Youth Infirmary Nurse: Correctional Care Specialist

State of Nevada; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

PERS Retirement

Deferred Compensation

No Nevada state income tax

Job summary

The State of Nevada is seeking a Correctional Nurse 1 underfill in a secure juvenile facility. This full-time role involves coordinating and evaluating health care for male youths, administering medications, and maintaining supplies.

Shifts include early mornings or evenings, with weekends/holidays and overtime after 40 hours. Applicants should hold an RN license and have relevant nursing experience; ongoing CEU training is provided.

Qualifications

• License as a Registered Nurse and one year of professional nursing experience.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Responsibilities

• Identify patient health care needs and record health status and changes.
• Coordinate health services and conduct sick calls for inmates.
• Administer medications and monitor for side effects per physician orders.
• Prepare and maintain medical records and care plans.
• Provide emergency treatment such as CPR and first aid when required.

Skills

RN clinical skills

Assessment skills

Emergency care

Education

Registered Nurse license

Tools

Nursing documentation

Job description

The State of Nevada is seeking a Correctional Nurse 1 underfill in a secure juvenile facility. This full-time role involves coordinating and evaluating health care for male youths, administering medications, and maintaining supplies.

Shifts include early mornings or evenings, with weekends/holidays and overtime after 40 hours. Applicants should hold an RN license and have relevant nursing experience; ongoing CEU training is provided.