Mental Health Registered Nurse - $5K Sign-On Bonus!
About The Position
NaphCare is hiring a Mental Health Registered Nurse to provide healthcare to individuals incarcerated at the Arizona Department of Corrections–Perryville in Goodyear, Arizona. The role works in a controlled correctional environment alongside correctional officers and other healthcare professionals, providing care for patients with complex medical needs. New graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive training in correctional healthcare. The position pays $40.50 to $45.00 per hour, depending on shift, site needs, hire status, and experience. Full-time employees are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus. The role includes assessing and monitoring patients, providing direct care, managing acute and chronic conditions, responding to emergencies, and following correctional facility security and healthcare protocols.
Requirements
- Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Arizona.
- Active BLS CPR certification; AHA certification preferred.
- Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable healthcare laws and regulations, and procedures for direct healthcare services.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of 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 facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
- Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
- Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening.
- Physical 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 such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.
Nice To Haves
- AHA-preferred BLS CPR certification.
Responsibilities
- Perform initial health screenings and physical assessments of newly detained individuals.
- Monitor and document patient health, including vital signs and medical histories.
- Provide direct patient care, triage patients, assess their needs, develop care plans, and coordinate services.
- Manage acute and chronic conditions, including asthma, hypertension, and diabetes.
- Respond to medical emergencies, provide first aid, and ensure timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities.
- Educate patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention.
- Follow correctional facility security protocols and work with correctional officers and healthcare professionals to ensure patient safety and well-being.
- Maintain accurate medical records, document treatment plans, and report relevant information.
Benefits
- $5,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employees.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one.
- Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan, beginning day one.
- Employee Assistance Program services.
- 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting day one.
- Tuition assistance.
- Referral bonuses.
- Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
- Free continuing education and CMEs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
