Charge Registered Nurse (Charge RN) - Weekend Days
About The Position
NaphCare is hiring a Charge Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team of medical professionals in Grand Junction, Colorado, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Mesa County Jail. We currently have a Part Time Weekend Days position available. Pay rates range from $48.00-$50.00 per hour plus a $3.00 shift differential for weekend day shifts. As a Correctional Charge Registered Nurse (RN), you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence while also overseeing the nursing staff and operations, acting as a supervisor and coordinator. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.
Requirements
- Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within Colorado
- Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association required)
- Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
- Two years of full time RN experience with knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Able to work independently and in a team
- Flexible schedule and availability to work overtime when needed
- Integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
- Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
- Must have the 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 like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.
Responsibilities
- Performing initial health screenings and physical assessments of newly detained individuals
- Monitoring and documenting patient health including vital signs, medical histories
- Conducting daily clinical rounds, providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services
- Responding to medical emergencies, providing first aid, and ensuring timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities
- Educating patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention
- Understanding and adhering to correctional facility security protocols, while working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals, to ensure the safety and well-being of patients
- Maintaining accurate medical records, documenting treatment plans, and reporting any relevant information
Benefits
- competitive salaries
- generous employee benefits
- opportunities for new graduates
- opportunities for experienced medical professionals
- promote educational growth
- strongly support career advancement within the company
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
