Infectious Disease Nurse - This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees.

Naphcare, Inc. • Montgomery, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees. NaphCare is hiring an Infectious Disease Registered Nurse (RN) to join their team of medical professionals, managing all aspects of healthcare for individuals incarcerated in the Alabama Department of Corrections. As a Correctional Registered Nurse (RN), you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority, you will perform physical assessments, administer medications, manage chronic illnesses, and respond to emergencies. This unique position offers the opportunity to make a difference to a diverse population of patients with complex medical needs. New grads are encouraged to apply, as NaphCare will provide training in correctional healthcare.

Requirements

• Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within state
• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification
• 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

• American Heart Association preferred for BLS CPR Certification

Responsibilities

• Focusing on the prevention, control, and treatment of infectious diseases
• Implementing infection control protocols, educating patients and staff, and may conduct surveillance and investigations of outbreaks
• Performing initial health screenings and physical assessments of newly detained individuals.
• Monitoring and documenting patient health including vital signs, medical histories.
• Providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services.
• Managing acute and chronic conditions such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes.
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees