Registered Nurse (RN) - PRN

NaphCare, Inc.; Alabama; On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Generous employee benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. is hiring a PRN Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in Childersburg, AL, supporting healthcare for individuals in the Alabama Department of Corrections Childersburg Community Work Center.

As a Correctional RN, you will work with correctional officers and healthcare staff to perform assessments, administer medications, manage chronic conditions, and respond to emergencies. This PRN position offers flexible scheduling to provide high-quality care in a secure environment,

Qualifications

• Holds a current, unrestricted RN license in Alabama.
• Active BLS CPR (AHA preferred) is required.
• Knowledge of nursing principles, safety standards, and relevant laws.
• Excellent communication, organization and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial health screenings and physical assessments.
• Monitor patient health, vital signs, and histories.
• Provide direct care, triage, care planning, and coordinate services.
• Manage acute and chronic conditions (asthma, HTN, diabetes).
• Respond to emergencies and arrange timely transport.
• Educate on preventive care and healthy lifestyles.
• Maintain confidential medical records and reports.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Vital signs

Emergency response

Teamwork

Education

RN license (AL)

BLS CPR

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

NaphCare is hiring a PRN Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team of medical professionals in Childersburg , AL , where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Alabama Department of Corrections Childersburg Community Work Center. As a Correctional Registered Nurse (RN), you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged including performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

Responsibilities

• Performing initial health screenings and physical assessments of newly detained individuals.
• Monitoring and documenting patient health including vital signs, medical histories.
• Providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services.
• Managing acute and chronic conditions such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes.
• Responding to medical emergencies, providing first aid, and ensuring timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities.
• Educating patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention.
• Understanding and adhering to correctional facility security protocols, while working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals, to ensure the safety and well being of patients.
• Maintaining accurate medical records, documenting treatment plans, and reporting any relevant information.

Qualifications

• Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within the state
• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
• Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem solving skills
• Able to work independently and in a team
• Flexible schedule and availability to work overtime when needed
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.

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