Registered Nurse- Full Time

General:

Performs appropriate nursing care in correctional setting based on the standards of care in accordance with PA/NJ State Licensing while maintaining facility requirements for security.

Requirements:

• Maintain professional boundaries with residents at all times.
• Perform intake screenings under the direction of Nurse Practitioner/Physician
• Passes medication in compliance with all PA/NJ State Regulations
• Maintains a good working relationship with other medical staff and Site Administrators
• Responsible for the shift report, including counts
• Inspects emergency equipment
• Takes NP/physician orders
• Follows all requirements for documentation.
• Required to perform all assigned ACA related duties
• Required to attend ACA and other assigned or mandatory training classes in accordance with Kintock training policies
• Perform other work related duties as assigned by the Nurse Practitioner/Physician.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• CPR Certification
• Minimum of 2 years of experience preferred in either a correctional setting and/or acute care environment

Abilities:

• Ability to work without direct, immediate supervision in providing appropriate follow-through treatment and care.
• Work in a correctional environment where safety and security are of the upmost importance

Education requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited licensed practical nursing program, currently licensed to practice in NJ/PA
• Bachelors Degree required.