What are the responsibilities and job description for the Correctional Healthcare Specialist LPN or RN position at Southern Health Partners?
Company Overview
Southern Health Partners is a leading provider of correctional healthcare, offering a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals in a correctional facility.
Job Description
The position of Correctional Nurse (LPN or RN) involves providing patient care and evaluating the health of individuals. Nurses deliver medical services including medication administration and emergency interventions within a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver patient care, evaluate symptoms, reactions, and progress of patients, chart results, establish nursing plans and work under the boundaries of State Scope of Practice and Guidelines, and Physician/Provider(s)
- Administer prescribed medications in accordance with nursing standards & correctional regulations
- Follow through with established treatment plans
- Perform emergency intervention, physical assessment and critical thinking