RN

Action Staffing Solutions•Limon, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Action Staffing Solutions Inc. is seeking experienced and compassionate Registered Nurses to join their team in correctional healthcare in Limon, Colorado, and across the state. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide meaningful care to underserved populations in a collaborative and supportive environment. The position involves providing direct patient care, maintaining medical documentation, collaborating with healthcare providers, and upholding safety and security protocols within a correctional facility.

Requirements

Minimum one full year experience as a Registered Nurse
Unencumbered Colorado or Compact registered nursing license
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Successful completion of a thorough background check and onboarding process
Must be able to complete a rigorous and physical four-day self-defense course
Ability to respond to emergency situations involving inmates and/or medical situations and make policy and profession compliant decisions.
Must have excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to serve the population with empathy, while staying objective and assertive and be able to work with people of diverse backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Corrections experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive medical documentation.
Provide standardized patient education in accordance with established nursing guidelines.
Transcribe and communicate medical orders during shift changes.
Maintain strict confidentiality of all patient information.
Deliver direct patient care, including physical treatments and medication administration (PO, IM, IV, SQ, SL).
Collaborate with healthcare providers to implement and support individualized treatment plans.
Apply infection control practices and crisis intervention techniques.
Conduct patient interviews, triage assessments, and respond to urgent and emergent situations.
Assist physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners with minor medical and surgical procedures.
Monitor, order, and restock medications and medical supplies as needed.
Observe and report patients’ physical and emotional conditions, including responses to medications and treatments.
Perform comprehensive physical and behavioral health assessments using established nursing protocols.
Promote and uphold a safe and secure clinical environment, including careful control of medications, sharps, instruments, and other sensitive medical items.
Operate clinical equipment appropriate to the assigned unit.
Maintain knowledge of all applicable life safety policies and procedures.
Report safety or security concerns promptly through established documentation channels.