RN / LPN (MAT) (Per Diem)

Correctional Psychiatric Services PC • Dartmouth, MA

6d • $40 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

CPS Healthcare is seeking per diem RN’s and LPN's for our MAT program to oversee healthcare delivery at the Bristol County Jail. Correctional nurses are part of a multi-disciplinary team providing medical and mental health treatment. Correctional nursing provides opportunities to develop a broad spectrum of nursing skills providing treatment in the areas of emergency medicine, chronic disease, detoxification, mental illness and prenatal care.

Requirements

• Graduate from a national or state approved school of vocational nursing.
• Currently licensed to practice as an RN or LPN in the state of Massachusetts.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and ability to apply principles of nursing care.
• Recognition of signs and symptoms of mental illness, emotional disturbance, or chemical dependency.
• Holds current CPR certification.
• Regularly required to stand; sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move over 35 pounds.
• Regularly able to adequately perform CPR.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and treatment to inmates as part of a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
• Deliver medical and mental health services, including emergency care, chronic disease management, detoxification, and prenatal care.
• Assess, monitor, and document patient conditions and progress.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with healthcare protocols and facility policies.
• Collaborate with medical, mental health, and correctional staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Participate in developing individualized treatment plans and care strategies for patients.
• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations related to healthcare delivery.
• Educate patients on health management, disease prevention, and wellness practices.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed