RN Registered Nurse- Corrections PRN
About The Position
Denver Health is recruiting a mission-driven Registered Nurse for PRN correctional care with the Denver Sheriffs. Under general supervision, the nurse follows American Nurses Association standards of professional nursing and performance and the ANA Code of Ethics while providing care to healthcare consumers. The role applies critical thinking, evidence-based practice, and clinical competence in collaboration with the healthcare team to promote safety and quality outcomes, and uses the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas in daily practice. Correctional care nursing staff provide clinical care at either the Downtown Detention Center or Denver County Jail. These settings have higher clinical acuity and environmental hazards than inpatient and ambulatory settings. Security measures affect daily working conditions, personal and institutional safety, and clinical operations, so environmental awareness, critical thinking, and decisive decision-making are required. The position requires an associate's degree, an active RN license issued by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), and BLS/CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. One year of experience in a direct patient care setting is required; less than one year of correctional care experience is preferred. The position is PRN/intermittent, works days, and pays $43.68–$67.70 per hour.
Requirements
- Associate's degree.
- One year of experience in a direct patient care setting.
- Current RN-Registered Nurse license issued by DORA.
- BLS/CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Adherence to ANA standards of professional nursing practice, process, and performance, and accrediting-body standards; signed ANA Standards addendum.
- Ability to perform duties and competencies effectively and appropriately for the patients or clients receiving care or services.
- Knowledge of growth and development across the life span and ability to assess patient-status data and interpret relevant cultural information.
- Completion of clinical competency standards.
- Ability to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
- Skill in maintaining effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to communicate clearly.
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency.
Nice To Haves
- Less than one year of correctional care experience is preferred.
- EPIC documentation experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care across infant, pediatric, and adult populations.
- Provide preventive and emergent care, crisis response, triage, general acute care, and behavioral health care.
- Apply specialty skills in areas such as eating disorders, oncological care, and IV therapy.
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms and changes in patients’ conditions and vital signs.
- Maintain accurate and detailed reports and records.
- Develop and modify patient care plans according to patient responses and conditions.
- Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patient responses and conditions.
- Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
- Monitor aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
- Direct and supervise less skilled nursing and healthcare personnel.
- Prepare patients for examinations and treatments and assist with them.
- Assess individuals’, families’, and communities’ needs to identify potential health or safety problems.
- Provide individuals and families with health education, disease prevention, and aftercare instruction.
- Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients.
- Administer and document medications and reassess patients.
- Perform Lead/Relief Charge Nurse duties.
Benefits
- Retirement plan replacing Social Security, with a 3% employer contribution.
- On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes.
- Community resource navigation support.
- Childcare discount programs and discounts or perks on brands and travel.
- Education and development opportunities, including career pathways and coaching.
- Tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development.
- Loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
