RN Acute Care Corrections FT Days

Sauk Prairie Healthcare, Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a dedicated RN for the Cardiac unit within the Department of Corrections. You will provide direct nursing care while coordinating patient care with a focus on teamwork and personalized service. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes in a supportive environment committed to your professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Minimum of one year RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates patient care and delegates appropriate tasks.
• Conducts assessments of patients covering various factors.
• Monitors vital signs and ensures patient safety.

Skills

Patient Care Coordination

Systematic Assessment

Medication Administration

Staff Supervision

Patient and Family Education

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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RN Cardiac (Department of Corrections Unit) Position Summary

Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization.

About the Department of Corrections Unit

A specialized acute care unit focused on teamwork and personalized attention, providing high-quality, compassionate care. Our dedicated healthcare professionals work together to ensure the best outcomes, supported by leadership committed to your growth and success.

Responsibilities

• The primary care RN coordinates all disciplines to achieve organized patient care, including delegation of appropriate patient care.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Conducts systematic assessments covering physiological, psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and lifestyle factors.
• Updates patient records to accurately reflect patient condition.
• Develops and implements care plans with measurable goals in collaboration with patients and families.
• Coordinates discharge planning with healthcare team members.
• Monitors vital signs, telemetry, and interprets EKGs.
• Ensures patient safety and administers medications.
• Provides patient and family education.
• Supervises staff and manages multiple tasks.

Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing; Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred.

Licensure/Certifications: Valid Arizona Nursing License or compact state license; BLS required; ACLS preferred.

Experience: Minimum of one year RN experience.

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Employment practices are non-discriminatory and accommodations are provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.