RN (Prn)

MTC Corrections • Nampa, ID

5d

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides clinical care to students at the Centennial Job Corps Center, treating and preventing minor injuries and illnesses and supporting students’ health and well-being. The RN provides first aid, nursing care, medication administration, routine testing, triage, assessment, charting, and follow-up care, and assists physicians or mid-level health care providers as needed. The role also supports health programs, maintains clinic facilities and student health records, and contributes to a safe, respectful center environment.

This is a PRN position with varying hours as needed. The schedule excludes nights, weekends, and holidays. The incumbent is expected to work overtime when directed and participate in an assigned on-call rotation, providing consultation and decision-making support outside regularly scheduled hours for urgent situations.

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted registered nurse license in the state of employment.
• Experience with youth.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Render first aid and assist a physician in treating serious accidents or illnesses.
• Treat minor injuries and illnesses according to physician instructions and maintain student health records.
• Cleanse and dress wounds, operate emergency equipment, and provide follow-up nursing care as required.
• Prepare and administer specified medications and drugs.
• Assist in developing programs to prevent or control diseases and accidents.
• Perform routine laboratory tests in accordance with approved standards.
• Monitor students restricted to the infirmary.
• Assist in managing and coordinating pregnancy, weight control, tuberculosis, smoking cessation, and other designated programs.
• Triage and assess chief complaints, take vital signs, complete appropriate charting, and assist with chart reviews and patient care.
• Assist a physician or mid-level health care provider when needed.
• Demonstrate appropriate professional behavior.
• Maintain clinic facilities according to high standards of health care and keep the work area safe and clean.
• Provide positive, quality customer service to students, staff, and other center customers.
• Work overtime when directed and participate in an assigned on-call rotation, providing consultation, guidance, and support for urgent situations.
• Participate in student employability programs and activities.
• Support, promote, and enforce the Job Corps Zero Tolerance Policy.
• Promote Career Success Standards by modeling appropriate behavior, mentoring students when necessary, and monitoring behavior through interventions.
• Maintain accountability of students and property and adhere to safety practices.
• Help cultivate a center climate free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect.

Benefits

• No nights, weekends, or holidays; the posting describes this as supporting work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed