Travel Interim Nursing Supervisor / RN

CorrHealth; Dallas (TX); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

CorrHealth seeks a Travel Interim Nursing Supervisor to lead on-site health programs across multiple states. The role focuses on managing staff performance, training, and disciplinary actions while coordinating with detention administrations.

Ideal candidates hold an active RN license, with 3+ years in correctional settings and a BSN/MSN preferred. Travel is required to NM/TX/CO/WY, with on-call responsibilities and strong adherence to policies.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in good standing; compact licensure required.
• Minimum 1 year in an administrative/supervisory health care role with regulatory exposure.
• 3+ years of correctional health care experience preferred.
• AED certification and CPR/BLS current.

Responsabilités

• Travel to contracted facilities to cover shifts when needed.
• Oversee orientations, training, evaluations and disciplinary actions for Nursing/EMS staff.
• Accept on-call status as required and ensure facility procedures are followed.
• Lead nursing staff to provide quality patient care and collaborate with medical teams.
• Maintain licensure, credentialing, and insurance coverage for medical personnel.
• Ensure patient care plans have necessary documentation; coordinate with subcontracted services.
• Review patient status, interventions and hospitalizations; ensure timely care.
• Monitor CQI initiatives and assist with audits for accreditation (NCCHC, ACA).
• Coach managers and supervisors in staff development activities.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

HIPAA knowledge

Formation

BSN or MSN preferred

RN licensure in good standing; compact licensure

Description du poste

Weekly travel b/w NM, TX, CO, WY and must reside in 1 of the states listed.

Position Overview

The Travel Interim Nursing Supervisor is predominantly in charge of managing, training, disciplinary and performance evaluations, and supporting the Nursing/EMS staff in an interim capacity, both short term and long term. They are responsible for all on-site health care services in the facility, and work closely with Detention Administration to ensure proper communication between the Detention Administrator and CorrHealth staff. This position ensures medical, mental, and ancillary health programs are based on site-specific goals and work within CorrHealth's and the facility's policies and procedures. This position requires involvement in special projects to include filling in for any and all shifts as facility needs require.

Essential Job Duties

• Travels to contracted facilities to fill in for absent HSAs when on vacation or for any unforeseen circumstances
• Responsible for orientations, training, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and on-going support of facility Nursing/EMS staff
• Accepts on-call status as necessary
• Monitors the implementation of the detention facility's procedures and programs
• Leads the nursing staff in delivering care to patients and offering quality support to the medical staff
• Ensures appropriate licensure, credentialing, and insurance coverage on all medical personnel
• Ensures that all patient care plans have the documentation necessary to provide the proper type of care
• Works closely with any and all subcontracted services, including pharmacy, lab, x-ray, and specialty providers
• Oversees services rendered by contractors and professional staff
• Screens all requests for records; approves/disapproves responses as appropriate
• Reviews status of patients with serious health problems, ensuring all necessary intervention and treatment is completed
• Monitors inmate hospitalization closely to ensure early release when possible
• Closely monitors all potential catastrophic illnesses and explores/utilizes appropriate means of limiting CorrHealth's and the facility's liabilities
• Oversees utilization of special housing, infirmary beds and outside patient services for appropriateness and quality of services provided
• Assists with CQI initiatives, including the development of required training to ensure all counties meet/exceed CQI standards
• Completes mock audits and assists facilities in preparation for accreditation (NCCHC, ACA)
• Trains and coaches managers, supervisors, and others involved in employee development efforts

Minimum Education/Experience Requirements

• Current RN licensure, in good standing; compact licensure required
• One year of specialized experience in an administrative, clerical management, or supervisory position in the health care field. Work must have involved (i) a close working relationship with facility members, (ii) analysis and/or coordination of administrative, clinical, or other service activities, and (iv) provided knowledge of regulations, requirements, and standards across an assortment of supervisory groups in various administrative areas
• Three (3) years minimum correctional experience preferred
• BSN or Masters in nursing strongly preferred
• AED Certification

Additional Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Competencies

• Clear and effective verbal and written communication with all coworkers, supervisors, jail administration, and patients
• Excellent verbal and written comprehension
• Excellent deductive reasoning and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to use a computer and use/learn a variety of software, including site‑specific computer programs
• Must demonstrate ability to appropriately and safely use standard medical equipment
• Ability to respect the dignity and confidentiality of inmates

Employment Requirements

• Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc. for this position
• Must have current CPR/BLS certification
• Must have current TB test (taken within one year)
• Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures as well as the policies and procedures listed in the Employee Handbook
• Willing to assist coworkers in the job duties and work overtime if required; may act as a resource to other coworkers
• Maintains confidentiality, dignity, and security of health records and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA requirements

Security Requirements

• Must undergo security training and orientation on facility safety policies and procedures

Physical/Mental Requirements

This position routinely requires (but is not limited to) the following:

• Ability to both remain stationary and move/traverse throughout the facility, including up and down flights of stairs
• Ability to position oneself in different spaces
• Ability to convey and discern information in a conversation, frequently communicate with patients; must be able to exchange accurate information.
• Ability to identify and detect objects and assess situations from a variety of distances
• Ability to stay calm in stressful and demanding situations
• Frequently transports objects up to 50 pounds

Work Environment

Work is performed inside a correctional facility. Employees are exposed to some level of risk and/or harm by inmates, including exposure to blood borne pathogens. Employee is expected to work in accordance with all security rules and regulations to minimize the risk of danger and/or harm to themselves or other employees.

Correctional Nurse / Correctional Healthcare / Correctional Nursing / Corrections / County Corrections / Corrections Nurse / Corrections Healthcare / Correctional Medicine / Forensic Nursing / Jail Nursing

Other

Employee must comply with all current and future State, Federal, and Local laws and regulations, court orders, Administrative Directives and standards and policies and procedures of the site where assigned, including those of professional organizations such as ACA, NCCHC, etc.Employee must treat every other member of the CorrHealth team, all correctional personnel, all inmates and third parties in the facility with the proper dignity and respect.Actions or communications that are inappropriate or degrading will not be tolerated.

Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test (as applicable).