Corrections Nurse I

Summit County•Park City, UT

5d•$75,039 - $105,177

About The Position

Summit County is seeking a Corrections Nurse to provide professional public health nursing services to inmates at the Summit County Corrections Facility. The role calls for sound clinical judgment, strong communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to work effectively in a secure, fast-paced environment. The nurse works under the general supervision of the Jail Commander or their designee. No experience is necessary for applicants meeting the stated education and licensure requirements, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may qualify.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate degree in Nursing, or an equivalent of education and experience.
No experience is necessary.
Must be a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah.
Must be CPR certified.
Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care to inmates at the Summit County Corrections Facility.
Work closely with the doctor and dentist on matters requiring their assistance.
Keep accurate records of medical and dental services provided to inmates and maintain confidential records with access limited to authorized personnel.
Manage prescriptions, including ordering and picking them up from a pharmacy, establishing procedures for dispensing them according to doctors' orders, complying with applicable laws, and maintaining medication records.
Dispose of unused prescription medications in accordance with the specified procedures, including handling medications in regular prescription bottles through the Summit County Sheriff's Office Evidence Room and returning unused bubble-pack medications to participating pharmacies.
Collect DNA samples by cheek swab using the State of Utah laboratory's legal and certified pack, and log and send specimens to the proper state laboratory authority or other authorized company.
Maintain current vaccinations as specified by Utah law and Utah Jail Standards, including Hepatitis B, tuberculosis, and flu vaccination as authorized by Summit County.
Attend professional seminars, workshops, and in-service training as needed to maintain current knowledge of developments in correctional health.
Perform related duties as required.

Benefits

$0 premium health and dental coverage options for the employee and dependents.
Employer-paid Health Savings Account contributions.
Employer-paid State of Utah retirement plan and 401(k) match.
Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
Confidential Employee Assistance Program for work-life support.
Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
Paid parental leave and dependent care support.
Opportunities for performance-based pay, career growth, and tuition reimbursement for professional development.
Wellness initiatives and recognition programs.
Free library card at Summit County Libraries.
Fitness discounts at select county locations.
Deer Valley ski passes.
Telecommuting options.
Flexible scheduling options.
Phone reimbursement.
Paid physical activity.