Job description
JOBJefferson County is seeking qualified RN applicants for Corrections Nurse at the Jefferson County Jail in Madras, OregonNext review of applications: 5/26/23This position typically works a rotating 12-hour work schedule and a 30-60 minute unpaid lunch break (4 days on and 4 days off) and performs first-line assessment and care of inmates in the County Correctional Facility exercising considerable independent judgment in all aspects of the medical program.The Corrections Nurse performs a variety of duties in the jail facility, to provide initial screening, care, and application of medications to person(s) in custody, including record keeping of services. Works closely with Jefferson County Correctional Facility staff to provide direct client services. This position works in an institutional atmosphere with individual contact, ranging from congenial to confrontational. Position is subject to 24-hour call-back and may need to respond to the jail at all hours to contend with problems of an urgent nature.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Provide initial assessment and ongoing health care to all inmates. Identify changes in the physical and emotional parameters.Continually assess mental health status of all inmates, identifying change in emotional parameters. Assess and act upon all inmate medical requests within departmental policy.Follow established and standard practice for maintaining confidentiality, HIPAA guidelines, PHI (Protected Health Information) while ensuring quality of services, and respect all individual beliefs.Maintain complete medical records for each inmate.Triage patient care and make necessary outside referrals to ensure their welfare.Assess and monitor all drug/alcohol detox patients for medical stability or change in status.Ensure compliance with state and county regulations and medical standing orders.Work with Jail supervisors and/or Jefferson County Sheriff to ensure Correctional Deputies are compliant with health care policies.Coordinate with Jail supervisors and/or Jefferson County Sheriff to provide Case Management services for inmates to ensure appropriate and timely referrals to outside medical/dental/behavioral health appointments. Follow all medical and administrative policies and procedures for the department. Coordinate with Jail supervisors and/or Jefferson County Sheriff to provide Case Management services for inmates to ensure appropriate and timely referrals to outside medical/dental/behavioral health appointments. Maintain delegation of the medications and treatments provided to the inmates by the correction deputies as directed by the Oregon State Board of Nursing and Nurse Practice Act. This includes initial and periodic training.Counsel and provide testing for all STDs & communicable diseases for patients.Continue with outside resources to promote optimal outcome for patients.Ensure that all medications, lab tests and health care management are in the best interest of the patient.Appropriately documents use of all medications and medical supplies. Maintain inventory of all medical supplies, including medications, per agreements. Check expiration dates and reorder as necessary. Abide by Jail Policies, including but not limited to relationships/fraternization of inmates (pre/post release).Appropriately stock infirmary.Monitor the biohazard waste box and call for pick-up as necessary.Monitor and maintain training and licensing requirements to maintain RN license.Review billing for services as appropriate.Regular attendance is an essential function of the position.Perform other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Work is generally performed in a correctional facility where some safety considerations exist from handling of light-to-medium weight materials. This position deals directly with inmates that at times may be angry and hostile.Probationary PeriodThis position is based on the successful completion of a nine-month probationary period. Learn more about the Jefferson County Jail, visit: https://www.jeffco.net/sheriff/page/about-us Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.If you are a Veteran and wish to request Veterans' preference credit, please click HERE to complete the Veterans' preference form and upload with the required documentation as part of your application.
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