What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - Correctional Center - Newport, VT position at Precision Healthcare?
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Job Title: RN - Behavioral Health
Rate: Up to $2450.00 weekly benefits from day 1!
Location: Newport, VT
Day (8H)
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
Masters Degree
Experience
- 2 years Behavioral Health RN experience
Licenses/Certifications
- Have and maintain current licensure as a Registered Nurse within the state of Vermont.
- AHA BLS Required
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement effective systems for identifying, preventing, and controlling communicable diseases, while monitoring compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines.
- Conduct regular monitoring of the incidence of infectious diseases among inmates, including providing referrals for community follow-up and coordination of care after release.
- Promote a safe and healthy environment for medical staff, including conducting monthly safety and sanitation inspections of the facility.
- Develop and conduct infection control education and training programs for inmates and staff, while promoting the development of positive social skills.
- Maintain accountability for inmates and property and adhere to safety practices.
Salary : $2,450