What are the responsibilities and job description for the Correctional Nurse (RN or LPN) position at Hardin County Sheriff's Department?
The Hardin County Correctional Facility is seeking a motivated, organized, and compassionate nurse to serve as the facility's primary medical professional. This is a salaried position requiring a minimum of 40 hours per week inhouse. Due to the nature of correctional healthcare, the successful candidate must be available for on-call phone or in person response 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for medical emergencies.
The Correctional Nurse is a key member of the jail's leadership team and is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day medical operations of the facility while working closely with the Jail Physician and Jail Administration.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide medical intake screenings and health assessments for newly admitted inmates.
- Evaluate and respond to inmate sick call requests and medical complaints.
- Administer medications and maintain accurate medication administration records.
- Respond to inmate medical emergencies and provide emergency medical care as needed.
- Monitor inmates with chronic medical conditions and coordinate ongoing treatment plans.
- Coordinate inmate healthcare with the Jail Physician, hospitals, specialists, pharmacies, and outside medical providers.
- Schedule physician visits and ensure continuity of inmate medical care.
- Maintain complete and accurate medical records in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and facility policy.
- Manage inventory and ordering of medical supplies and medications.
- Develop and manage work schedules for part-time nursing staff.
Qualifications
- Current Tennessee RN or LPN license in good standing.
- Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain).
- **Emergency or emergency department medical experience preferred.**
- **Correctional nursing experience is a plus but not required.
- Must successfully obtain **Tennessee Correction Institute (TCI) Corrections
Certification** within the required timeframe.
- Strong organizational, communication, documentation, and critical thinking skills.
- Assist with infection control, communicable disease management, and health education.
- Participate in inspections, audits, and compliance with Tennessee Correction Institute (TCI) standards.
- Work closely with correctional staff to ensure safe and effective medical operations within a secure correctional environment.
- Report directly to Jail Administration and follow the established chain of command for all operational and administrative matters.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with physicians, correctional staff, and jail administration.
Benefits
- Annual salary of **$58,240**
- Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
- Stable government employment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact serving the citizens of Hardin County
RESUMES SHOULD BE EMAILED TO rburlesci@hardincosheriff.com for consideration.
Pay: $58,240.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $58,240