RN Full Time Days BONUS OFFERED

Quality Correctional Care; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 48,216 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$4,000 retention bonus

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with a 4% company match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Quality Correctional Care is looking for a dedicated RN to provide medical care at Tippecanoe County Jail in Lafayette, IN. You will administer medications, perform health assessments, and manage chronic care for patients.

The position requires valid RN and CPR certifications, offering competitive pay at $35-$40+/hour based on experience, alongside generous benefits such as a retention bonus, paid time off, and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Valid RN licensure is required.
• Valid CPR certification is necessary.
• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and manage chronic care.
• Perform medical intakes and assess patients.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide education.

Skills

RN licensure

CPR certification

Patient education

Pharmacology knowledge

Emergency response

Job description

Quality Correctional Care (QCC) is a mission‑driven organization that provides medical and mental healthcare and addiction recovery services to justice‑involved patients. Our approach to patient care is uniquely compassionate and holistic emphasizing dignity, respect, and rehabilitation through effective healthcare. QCC changes the lives of our patients by raising the standard for correctional healthcare to promote sustainable wellness and successful reintegration following release from incarceration. We are looking for passionate and driven professionals who appreciate a commitment to an important mission.

WHY QCC? Mission and Culture

• Deep commitment to our mission and prioritization of patient care
• Strong communication from the leadership team
• Advocacy and support from administration
• Team‑member wellness initiatives to combat job‑stress and burnout
• Transformative healthcare that makes a difference in communities where you live and work
• Cooperative and supportive team culture within the organization

Nursing Responsibilities

Assess, plan, and deliver comprehensive healthcare to patients by providing the following:

• Administer medications
• Perform medical intakes and assess if patient is fit for incarceration, as needed
• Respond to sick call requests and follow up with the medical provider when needed
• Check and/or change medical dressings as required by the medical provider
• Performing 14-day physicals
• Managing chronic care
• Providing patient education on health concerns
• Responding to medical emergencies
  • Be capable of performing life saving measures and ability to take charge and give direction in an emergency
• Maintain working knowledge of pharmacology, including but not limited to drug reaction/overdose, formulary/non‑formulary medications, and knowledge of medication costs
• Be able to provide insight and direction to Medically Trained Personnel, as needed
• Comply with all current and future state, federal, and local laws and regulations

Location

Tippecanoe County Jail, Lafayette, IN

Shift Opening(s)

6 AM to 6 PM 3 shifts/week with every other weekend rotation

Pay Range

$35-$40+/hour based on experience

Requirements

• Valid RN licensure
• Valid CPR certification
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to push, pull, reach, and bend frequently
• Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds

Bonus

$4000 Retention Bonus Offered

QCC’s Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Paid time off
• Benefits available 1st of month following date of employment
• Medical insurance (PPO or HSA)
• $1,200 annual company HSA contribution
• Dental
• Vision
• Short term disability
• Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness
• Pet Insurance
• Cancer Coverage
• Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Wellness Program
• Employer paid long term disability, AD&D, and a $50,000 life insurance policy
• 401K with a 4% company match