Registered Nurse (On call)

MTC Corrections•Panama City, FL

About The Position

Management & Training Corporation is hiring an on-call Registered Nurse for part-time correctional nursing work. The role provides nursing care to inmates, including sick-call support, medication administration, assessment and triage, documentation, emergency response, and oversight of medical supplies and records. The nurse works within Florida’s nursing scope of practice and applicable policies, procedures, laws, and accreditation requirements. Corrections experience is preferred.

Requirements

Degree in nursing.
Current, valid nursing license for the state of Florida.
Current CPR certification.
Work within the Florida State Board of Nursing scope of practice.
Valid Florida driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, unless waived by management.

Nice To Haves

Correctional nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Attend sick call with physicians and prepare the examining room and equipment.
Contact physicians for medication and treatment orders and for other emergencies.
Operate pill call, administer medications, and document treatment accurately and completely.
Examine and assess inmates with illnesses or injuries, consult physicians, refer inmates to the emergency room when indicated, and document care appropriately.
Practice basic cost containment and utilization management for inmate care and facility operations.
Maintain the security and confidentiality of medical records and observe applicable HIPAA rules.
Chart medical care promptly and accurately, and review medical files to ensure services are documented.
Closely monitor potential catastrophic illnesses.
Comply with applicable pharmacy laws, especially those concerning controlled substances.
Observe and record inmate behavior, assess and triage inmates, and document findings appropriately.
Inspect the medical unit for potential contraband and securely store or safely dispose of supplies and equipment.
Control medications, syringes, and other medical supplies.
Perform work on an on-call basis as required.
Support NCCHC/ACA accreditation of the medical program by providing efficient and approved, appropriate medical services, where applicable.
Prepare and distribute safety and accident reports as required, and take appropriate action during serious or unusual incidents and emergencies.
Conduct investigations and inquiries as directed, gather information and evidence, interview people, obtain statements, and use independent judgment in determining when probable cause exists to recommend disciplinary action.
Perform rescue functions during accidents, emergencies, and disasters, including providing basic emergency medical aid, moving people away from danger, and securing and evacuating people from confined areas.