CPR Certification, Catheterization, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Competency, Correctional Health, Crisis Intervention, Data Entry, Developmental Disabilities, Documentation, Electronic Medical Records, Emergency Procedures, Federal Laws and Regulations, Health Plan, Heparin, Infection Control, Infusion Pumps, Intravenous Therapies, Medication Administration, Neurology, Nursing, Ostomy, Patient Care, Phlebotomy, Quality Assurance, Records Management, Registered Nurse (RN), State Laws and Regulations, Treatment Plan, Ventilator, Wound Care
Correctional Registered Nurse
Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – Correctional Facility
Shift: 2nd Shift, 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Location: Coal Township, PA
Schedule: Every other weekend
Minimum Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license or temporary practice permit issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
- Ability to enter health data into electronic medical records.
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Role Description
The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care in a correctional or residential facility for individuals with mental or physical injuries, illnesses, dysfunctional behavior, or developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include:
Charge Nurse Duties:
- Direct and coordinate nursing care for patients or residents in assigned areas.
- Supervise paraprofessional and non-professional nursing staff.
- Manage staffing, supplies, and equipment needs.
- Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with federal and state regulations.
Assessment Coordinator Duties:
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and families to assess residents’ conditions.
- Complete required documentation for care and treatment plans.
Staff Nurse Duties:
- Provide professional nursing care in assigned patient or specialty areas.
- Participate in quality assurance, infection control, and other specialty programs.
- Administer medications, treatments, and therapies within scope of practice.
Competency Requirements:
Nurses must be competent in a range of clinical skills, including but not limited to:
- Medication administration (oral, topical, IM, subcutaneous, intradermal, suppository)
- IV therapy, venipuncture, heparin lock management, use of infusion pumps
- Airway management, oxygen therapy, suctioning, ventilator care, CPR
- Wound care, dressing changes, ostomy care, catheter care and insertion
- Neurological checks, vital signs, full body assessments, mental status exams
- Emergency procedures, restraints, and crisis interventions
- Documentation in EMR and Medication Administration Records
- Other specialized procedures as required for patient care
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