Charge Registered Nurse (Charge RN)
About The Position
NaphCare is hiring a PRN Charge Registered Nurse (RN) to join our healthcare team at the Washoe County Jail in Reno, Nevada. This PRN opportunity offers competitive pay of $53.35/hr, providing experienced nurses with the flexibility to pick up shifts while earning additional income and expanding their leadership experience in a unique clinical setting. As a Correctional Charge RN, you will serve as a clinical leader, partnering with correctional staff and a multidisciplinary healthcare team to deliver high-quality patient care within a secure environment. In this role, you will oversee daily nursing operations, provide clinical guidance and support to nursing staff, assist with complex patient care needs, and help ensure continuity of care for an underserved population. This position is ideal for experienced nurses who are confident in their clinical judgment, enjoy leadership responsibilities, and are looking for a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. Correctional healthcare offers the opportunity to utilize a broad range of nursing skills, including chronic disease management, emergency response, medication administration, mental health support, and patient education. If you're seeking a flexible PRN role where you can make a meaningful impact while continuing to grow professionally, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements
- Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within the state of Nevada
- Must possess an active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA 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
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
- Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
- Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
- Lowest Cost Benefits!
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
- 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
- Tuition Assistance
- Referral bonuses
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
- Generous paid time off & paid holidays
- Free continuing education and CMEs
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
