Charge Registered Nurse (RN)
About The Position
NaphCare is hiring a Charge Registered Nurse (RN) to provide healthcare to individuals at the Jacksonville Pre-Trial Detention Facility in Jacksonville, Florida. The RN works alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals in a controlled environment where security is a priority. The role includes conducting assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. New graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive training in correctional healthcare. The nurse contributes to NaphCare’s mission to provide quality care that protects patients’ rights, dignity, and health. The position serves a diverse patient population with complex medical needs and requires compliance with facility security protocols and correctional healthcare policies.
Requirements
- Hold a current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Florida.
- Possess an active AHA-required BLS CPR certification.
- Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable healthcare laws and regulations, and procedures for direct healthcare services.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexible schedule and availability to work overtime when needed.
- Integrity, professionalism, and ability to follow a Code of Conduct and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
- Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including people with mental health or substance abuse issues.
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
- Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
- Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.
Nice To Haves
- New graduates are encouraged to apply; training in correctional healthcare is provided.
Responsibilities
- Perform initial health screenings and physical assessments of newly detained individuals.
- Monitor and document patient health, including vital signs and medical histories.
- Provide direct patient care, triage patients, assess needs, develop care plans, and coordinate services.
- Manage acute and chronic conditions, including asthma, hypertension, and diabetes.
- Respond to medical emergencies, provide first aid, and ensure timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities.
- Educate patients about preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention.
- Follow correctional facility security protocols and work with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals to support patient safety and well-being.
- Maintain accurate medical records, document treatment plans, and report relevant information.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one.
- Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan, beginning day one.
- Employee Assistance Program services.
- 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting day one.
- Tuition assistance.
- Referral bonuses.
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
- Free continuing education and CMEs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
