Registered Nurse - FT

Core Civic • Olney Springs, CO

4d • $42 - $54

About The Position

CoreCivic is seeking a Registered Nurse with a passion for providing high-quality care in an institutional setting. The successful candidate must perform the role’s functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements. The position includes applying nursing skills in the care and treatment of inmates/residents, assessing health concerns, supporting physician sick calls, responding to emergencies, and overseeing nursing care provided by other staff.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited college, university, or nursing program with a degree or diploma in nursing.
• Possess current licensure in the state of employment.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• One year of professional nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents.
• Attend sick call with the physician; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined and prepare the examining room and equipment.
• Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries, and inmates/residents who become ill or injured; refer them to an emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facility as required by their condition.
• Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify a Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders.
• Provide guidance, supervise, and monitor nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree