Registered Nurse - PRN - NOC
About The Position
The Registered Nurse provides direct and indirect nursing care within the scope of the State Board of Nursing Practice, under the direct supervision of the Health Services Administrator (HSA) and Director of Nursing (DON). The position is an open PRN role at Pierce County Jail; NOC candidates are preferred. Work is in person. The nurse supports healthcare delivery in the facility by following applicable nursing processes, policies, procedures, performance expectations, and accreditation standards. Responsibilities include responding to medical emergencies, conducting patient assessments and triage, documenting care, coordinating with clinical and facility teams, supporting safety and emergency preparation, and contributing to the quality and effectiveness of clinical services.
Requirements
- Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the state of employment, maintained throughout employment.
- Valid CPR card.
- At least 1 year of clinical experience in a healthcare setting.
Nice To Haves
- Correctional healthcare experience.
- NOC availability or preference.
Responsibilities
- Follow nursing processes and systems in accordance with policies, procedures, company performance expectations, and accreditation standards.
- Coordinate healthcare delivery with the HSA, DON, and other facility functions.
- Use relevant EHR functions and applications independently and assist with staff training when requested.
- Communicate effectively with clients, peers, and employees at all organizational levels, maintaining clear communication during issue resolution.
- Perform according to professional practice standards, relevant statutes, rules, regulations, and organizational criteria.
- Respond to and initiate care for medical emergencies within the facility, including performing continuous CPR until properly relieved.
- Obtain and document patient histories and vital signs, assist with examinations and treatments, and report changes in patient conditions to the appropriate healthcare provider.
- Assist with daily triage and sick call, minor medical and surgical procedures, and patient assessments.
- Initiate and document prescribed protocol treatment in compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with nursing staff, interdisciplinary teams, executive leaders, and other stakeholders to streamline facility services.
- Assist with disaster plans and emergency preparation; follow and enforce safety and security procedures and participate in applicable drills.
- Observe and evaluate the performance of licensed practical/vocational nursing staff.
- Work with the HSA and DON to meet contractual requirements for quality healthcare delivery.
- Meet continuing education requirements and observe applicable NCCHC continuing education standards.
- Assist in evaluating clinical service quality and effectiveness and developing systems to monitor patient care and safety.
- Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, emotional maturity, self-control, objectivity, and a positive example in the work environment.
- Participate in assigned and required monthly, quarterly, and annual meetings in accordance with contract compliance.
- Notify the next level of management about critical information that could negatively affect client or vendor relations or patient care.
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