Registered Nurse Supervisor (Night Shift)

Osceola County Sheriff's Office - Sheriff Christopher A. Blackmon; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym Reimbursement

Job summary

Osceola County Sheriff's Office in Kissimmee, FL seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to supervise and provide general and specialized nursing care to inmate patients within the Correctional Facility.

The role includes coordinating medical operations, supervising staff, administering medications, and ensuring compliance with safety, health, and regulatory standards while maintaining compassionate care for the inmate population.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
• At least two years of professional RN experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Florida RN license in good standing.
• Current CPR certification from a recognized organization.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise medical operations to support health care goals; coordinate with other departments as needed.
• Schedule, supervise, evaluate staff; ensure shift coverage; complete payroll/time sheets.
• Communicate plans, policies; organize workloads; train, motivate and evaluate staff; handle conflicts.

Skills

Nursing supervision

Medication administration

Emergency response

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Tools

CPR certification

Florida Driver’s License

Job description

• 50 pounds maximum lifting.
• Veterans Day

General Description of Duties

The purpose of the position is to supervise and provide general and specialized nursing care to inmate patients in the Correctional Facility. Employees in this classification function in an entry supervisory capacity in the implementation and management of medical care. Position ensures administration of prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques to promote the physical and mental health of the inmate population. Ensures functions under charge are performed in compliance with all safety and health federal, state and local rules, policies and other regulatory standards applicable to the work.

Please Note: This position is eligible for Night Shift Differential Pay

NOTE TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS: INTERNAL CANDIDATES IN THE SAME CLASSIFICATION AND/OR PAYGRADE AS THE POSITION POSTED WILL NOT RECEIVE A PAY ADJUSTMENT IF SELECTED.

Essential Job Functions

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Coordinates and supervise assigned medical operations in support of health care goals and objectives; coordinates activities with other departments and agencies as needed.
• Schedules, supervises and evaluates staff; ensures adequate coverage of all shifts; completes payroll/time sheets.
• Communicates official plans, policies and procedures to staff; plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments; trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staff; reviews progress and directs changes as needed; maintains harmony among workers and resolves problems; initiates corrective measures for errors and complaints.
• Supervises and performs nursing services, such as obtaining vital signs, wound care, IV therapy, collecting blood, urine, sputum and stool specimens, respond to emergencies in the Facility, and performing assessments to insure needs are met in accordance with clinical guidelines, as well as duties imposed by the State and Federal laws and regulations and OCCD administrative procedures.
• Supervises and provides first aid for injuries and acute illness; reports any health-related issues and/or concerns; initiates prompt referral to the appropriate medical facility when more extensive treatment is warranted.
• Order medications and supplies from the pharmacy and suppliers.
• Actively participates in Pharmacy, Quality Assurance, Infection Control and Medical Activities Committee (MAC) meetings.
• Investigates any healthcare grievance filed by an inmate and prepares a written response to the Health Care Administrator.
• Promotes a healthcare environment that is adequate and safe for inmates-patients and the healthcare personnel.
• Ensures clinical area is maintained in a clean, neat and safe manner, and required counts and cleaning is performed.
• Performs duties as assigned/necessary which are related, or logical in assignment to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Associates Degree in Nursing or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Must have at least two (2) years of professional experience as a Registered Nurse. Supervisory experience preferred.

Certifications / Licenses

• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida.
• Must possess and maintain hands on, in-person (classroom) CPR Certification from American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI). Online only or eLearning CPR Certification will not be considered.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to clearly communicate information both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of all applicable medical treatments and common medications administered within a corrections facility.
• Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local rules, regulations, ordinances, and other regulatory standards applicable to the work.
• Ability to access, operate and maintain various software applications; ability to read, update and maintain various records and files.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment, e.g., computer terminals, printers, copy machines, telephone systems, facsimile machines.
• Ability to work independently to carry out assignments to completion.
• Ability to perform duties with a professional and cooperative work ethic; ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with inmates, health and corrections professionals.
• Ability to deal tactfully and cordially with a variety of people from different cultural backgrounds; ability to deal with people in a variety of changing and complex situations.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, or climb stairs for extended periods of time.

Physical Demand Requirements

• Physical Demand: Medium
• 50 pounds maximum lifting.
• Frequent (up to 2/3 of the work time) lifting, carrying up to 10 lbs.
• If less lifting involved will require significant walking/standing may be required.
• If mostly sitting is involved will require push/pull on arm or leg controls.
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
• Good eyesight for production or safety of self and others.
• Physical agility is required in kneeling, bending, stooping, and reaching.
• Required to have clear vision at distances of 20 inches or less.

Employee Benefits

Welcome to a workplace that values you. Osceola County offers a comprehensive benefits package to fit your needs and the needs of your family. Join us in making a difference in our community, knowing we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Group Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Medical and Dental Insurance at no cost to the employee. In addition, the County contributes 83% to the dependent(s) premium coverage.

Deductions Per Paycheck - HRA Base Plan

• Coverage:
  • Health-HRA Base Employee $0.00
  • Health-HRA Base Employee + 1 $140.89
  • Health-HRA Base Family $219.17
• HRA Buy-Up:
  • Employee $40.60
  • Employee + 1 $188.28
  • Family $292.88
• Dental Base:
  • Employee $0.00
  • Employee + 1 $13.10
  • Family $24.12
• Dental Buy-Up:
  • Employee $3.45
  • Employee + 1 $19.82
  • Family $33.61
• Vision:
  • Employee $3.42
  • Employee + 1 $6.84
  • Family $9.15
• Short-Term Disability:
  • Employee $0.00
  • Employee + 1 N/A
  • Family N/A
• Long-Term Disability:
  • Employee $0.00
  • Employee + 1 N/A
  • Family N/A

At no cost to the employee. The County offers Short-Term and Long-Term Disability at 60% of the employee’s weekly base salary. The employee has the option to purchase an additional 10% coverage.

EAP provides confidential counseling and referral services to employees and their family members at no cost.

Employee Wellness Program promotes a variety of activities to encourage total well-being including physical, emotional, and financial health. Rewards can be earned.

Gym Membership Reimbursement up to $20.00 per month.

Basic Life Insurance Policy at no cost to the employee, equal to one time the employee’s annual salary, rounded to the next thousand dollars. Employees can opt to buy additional Life Insurance.

The County provides a private health center for County Employees and eligible dependents. The Employee Health Center offers an array of primary care services, including sick visits, enhanced by x-ray services, pulmonary tests, lab work, and a dispensary offering over 200 generic medications onsite. Services at the Health Center are offered at no cost to the employees and their eligible dependents.

Employees who are enrolled on the County’s Medical plan have access to the Employee Health Center on day one of employment. The Health Center is available to patients 8 years of age and older.

Paid Holidays

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Thanksgiving - Day After
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day

Administrative Leave: 40 hours of Administrative Leave per fiscal year for Exempt employees.

Sick Leave Bank: Available to employees experiencing a catastrophic medical related event, with up to 240 hours per fiscal year. Enrollment required.

Vacation/Sick Leave Buy-Back Program: Eligible employees may sell back up to eighty (80) hours of accrued leave per fiscal year. (This program is subject to availability of funds and may be amended or terminated at any time without notice.)

Paid Bereavement Leave: Up to five (5) working days off.

Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,600 per Fiscal Year, for degree seeking employees. Degree must be related to employee’s current position.

Membership in the Florida Retirement System: The County is a Florida Retirement System Employer! For Fiscal Year 2026-2027, County contribution for Regular Class members is 13.59%, subject to a mandatory 3% employee contribution. Rates and Contributions are set by Florida Legislation.

A 457b Deferred Compensation Program: A 457b Deferred Compensation Program is also available to help employees boost their retirement saving goals, with pre-tax and post-tax contributions, as well as IRA plan options. Employee sponsored.

Employee Recognition Program: We see your hard work, and we celebrate it! Through our Employee Appreciation Committee and the "You've Been Caught Doing Good" program, we recognize outstanding performance or accomplishments with prizes including monetary rewards and merchandise.