Registered Nurse - Correctional 1,252 per week

Certification Details BLS
Arizona RN License
Job Details The Registered Nurse (RN) plans and provides comprehensive nursing care including executing Licensed Independent Provider's orders, dispensing and administering medications, and assisting Licensed Independent Provider in examinations and treatment of patients.
Applies nursing and supervisory techniques required in the care, treatment and referrals of inmates/residents.
Performs all technical/clinical procedures within the scope of his/her education and licensure.
Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment.
Operate pill call, dispense medication and document as required by applicable policies and/or procedures.
Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries or inmates/residents who become ill or injured; refer inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facility as required by their condition.
Job Requirements Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Arizona.
BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
Schedule Information Rotating shifts required.
On-call duties may be necessary.
Unit Specific Information Nursing care provided in a correctional facility setting.
Additional Details Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records.
Assist Health Service Administrator with the review of medical files to determine all provided services are documented.
Comply with all applicable pharmacy laws, especially those covering controlled substances.