Registered Nurse - This posting is open exclusively to current AL DOC incumbent employees.

Naphcare, Inc. • Brent, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join its medical team in Brent, AL, at the Bibb Facility, where the company manages healthcare for incarcerated individuals. This position is exclusively open to current AL DOC incumbent employees. As a Correctional Registered Nurse, the role involves working with correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide patient care within a secure, controlled environment. Duties are varied and include performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. This unique opportunity allows for making a significant impact on a diverse patient population with complex medical needs.

Requirements

• Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within the state
• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification
• Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and in a team
• Flexible schedule and availability to work overtime when needed
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Nice To Haves

• AHA preferred for BLS CPR Certification

Responsibilities

• Performing initial health screenings and physical assessments of newly detained individuals.
• Monitoring and documenting patient health including vital signs, medical histories.
• Providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services.
• Managing acute and chronic conditions such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes.
• Responding to medical emergencies, providing first aid, and ensuring timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities.
• Educating patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention.
• Understanding and adhering to correctional facility security protocols, while working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals, to ensure the safety and well-being of patients.
• Maintaining accurate medical records, documenting treatment plans, and reporting any relevant information.

Benefits

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees