Registered Nurse (RN)- Nights
Naphcare, Inc.•Santa Cruz, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
NaphCare is hiring full-time night-shift Registered Nurses in Santa Cruz, California, to provide healthcare to individuals incarcerated in the Santa Cruz County Jail. The role involves working in a controlled environment where security is a priority, in coordination with correctional officers and other medical professionals. Nurses provide care for patients with diverse and complex medical needs. New graduates are encouraged to apply, and training in correctional healthcare is provided.
Requirements
- Hold a current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in California.
- Hold an active BLS/CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
- Have 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.
- Maintain the confidentiality of proprietary and/or confidential information.
- Have excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Have a flexible schedule and availability to work overtime when needed.
- Demonstrate integrity and professionalism, adhere to a Code of Conduct, and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
- Pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening.
- Be able 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
- New graduates are encouraged to apply; training in correctional healthcare is provided.
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 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 support patient safety and well-being.
- Maintain accurate medical records, document treatment plans, and report relevant information.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
- Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan, beginning on day one.
- Employee Assistance Program services.
- 401(k) and Roth plans with a company contribution starting on 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 continuing medical education.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
