Correctional - RN

• Location: Jessup, MD
• Facility: Correctional
• Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM | 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM | 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• Contract Weeks: 14
• Guarantee: 40Hrs/week
• Pay: $40/hr-$52/hr
• Note: must have corrections experience, experience working in substance abuse preferred. Position has escalated compliance - position is for the Opioid treatment program.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current valid state license for Registered Nurse.
• Possesses an active CPR certification.
• Remains knowledgeable about specific state laws and regulations governing practice.
• Satisfactory completion of initial and annual clinical competencies to demonstrate aptitude as assigned by role.

Responsibilities:

• Responds to and initiates care for medical emergencies throughout the facility. This includes the ability to perform continuous CPR until properly relieved.
• Administers and documents medications on the Medication Administration Record. Documents all nursing care provided.
• Performs histories and physicals on inmates. Assesses patient health status and refers to appropriate level of healthcare provider. Physically assists Physician in patient examinations and treatments. Implements and follows up on Physician / Dentist verbal and written orders.
• Teaches healthcare information to patients and correctional staff.
• Collects samples, specimens and cultures per Physician orders.
• Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills. Follows security regulations for keys, sharps and controlled medications. Adheres to Universal Precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.
• Performs venipuncture and I.V. therapy.

Application Instructions:
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. In your cover letter, please highlight your relevant experience and why you are passionate about joining our team.

Once applied please text/call @ (908) 379-8456

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $40.00 - $52.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Supplemental schedule:

• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• 5x8

Experience:

• Correctional facility: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• RN License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Jessup, MD (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Jessup, MD: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person