Registered Nurse (RN)

NaphCare•North Brunswick, NJ

18h•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring Registered Nurses (RNs) to join their team of medical professionals in North Brunswick, NJ, where they manage all aspects of healthcare for individuals incarcerated in the Middlesex County Jail. As a Correctional Registered Nurse (RN), you will collaborate with correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. This role operates within a controlled environment where security is a top priority, offering diverse duties such as performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. This is a unique position to positively impact a diverse patient population with complex medical needs. New graduates are encouraged to apply, as NaphCare provides training in correctional healthcare.

Requirements

Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within the 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.
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
Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and 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
Must have the 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 like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Nice To Haves

AHA preferred for BLS CPR Certification

Responsibilities

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.