Correctional Nurse

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough medical assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and health histories for inmates and detainees.
• Administer medications and injections accurately, including IV infusions and specialized treatments such as botulinum toxin therapy when appropriate.
• Perform diagnostic evaluations, specimen collection, and processing using laboratory experience and EMR/EHR systems like Epic or Cerner.
• Manage acute pain, perform suturing, wound care, ostomy care, and assist with procedures such as catheterizations and tube feedings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on case management plans for chronic conditions like geriatrics, memory care, behavioral health, infectious disease care, and hospice & palliative medicine.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain meticulous medical documentation in electronic health records.
• Respond effectively to emergencies utilizing critical care response procedures including airway management, ventilator support, trauma medicine, and Level I or II trauma center protocols.

Qualifications

• Valid nursing license with current registration; experience in correctional or long-term care settings highly preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or Cerner; familiarity with ICD-9/ICD-10 coding is advantageous.
• Critical care experience including ICU or emergency medicine is highly desirable; knowledge of trauma medicine and acute care procedures is essential.
• Strong clinical skills in medication administration, IV insertion, phlebotomy, aseptic technique, suturing, and specimen collection.
• Experience working with diverse populations including pediatrics, geriatrics, individuals with disabilities or developmental disabilities, and those requiring specialized mental health or behavioral health care.
• Ability to perform physical examinations confidently while adhering to infection control standards; excellent patient assessment skills are required.
• Knowledge of Workers' Compensation law and familiarity with healthcare standards such as NCQA standards is a plus.

Pay: $42.00 - $52.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Referral program

Work Location: In person

Salary : $42 - $52