Charge Registered Nurse (Charge RN)

NaphCare•Winston-Salem, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Charge Registered Nurse (RN) to join their team of medical professionals in Winston-Salem, NC. This role involves managing all aspects of healthcare for incarcerated individuals at the Forsyth County Detention Center. The Charge RN will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals, providing care to patients while also overseeing nursing staff and operations. This is a unique position to make a difference in the lives of a diverse patient population with complex medical needs.

Requirements

Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within NC
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

Nice To Haves

Opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals
Promote educational growth
Strongly support career advancement within the company

Responsibilities

Coordinates shift activities and performs a wide range of duties, including assessing patients, administering medications, managing emergencies, and ensuring adherence to established protocols and procedures.
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.