Registered Nurse - FT

Core Civic • ALAMO, GA

10d • $39 - $51

About The Position

CoreCivic is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse who is committed to providing high-quality care in an institutional setting. The role involves delivering nursing care to inmates/residents, assessing illnesses and injuries, supporting physician sick calls, and responding to emergencies. The nurse also provides guidance and oversight to licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff. Candidates should perform the role’s functions at a pace and level consistent with the job’s performance requirements.

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.
• Hold a valid driver's license.
• Be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• One year of professional nursing experience 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 those who become ill or injured.
• Refer inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facilities as required by their condition.
• Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify the 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
• Education Level: Associate degree