TravelNurseSource is working with 22nd Century Healthcare, Inc. to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Dayton, Ohio, 45401!
Registered Nurse (RN – General, Dialysis, Mental Health)
Location: Dayton, OH 45417
Duration: Minimum 6 months from projected start date
Hours per Week: 36–40 hours
Schedule
- Must be available to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift
- Rotating weekends required
- Must work at least one weekend day per week
- Schedule may change based on facility needs
- Candidates must be flexible with shifts and hours
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to individuals housed in a state-operated correctional facility. Responsibilities include patient assessment, medication administration, treatment implementation, emergency care, and collaboration with medical staff to ensure proper healthcare delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care
- Provide direct nursing care to inmates/patients in the facility
- Assess, monitor, and document patient symptoms, reactions, and progress
- Conduct routine nursing rounds and record vital signs
- Administer prescribed medications, immunizations, and treatment plans
- Respond to medical emergencies and provide first aid
- Arrange emergency transport to hospital if required
- Monitor patients in restricted areas (e.g., isolation or detention) at required intervals
Clinical Procedures
Perform specialized nursing procedures such as:
- IV therapy
- Dialysis
- Chemotherapy
- Wound care
- Oxygen therapy
- Blood transfusions
- CPR
- Tube feeding
- Catheterization
- Suctioning
- Phlebotomy
Care Coordination
- Develop and review patient care plans
- Educate patients on healthcare practices
- Coordinate with physicians and medical staff
- Assist physicians during diagnostic evaluations
Leadership & Team Support
- Lead healthcare staff during assigned shifts when required
- Oversee hospital aides and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)
- Participate in staff training and orientation
- Support professional development initiatives
Documentation & Administrative Duties
- Maintain accurate medical charts and treatment records
- Complete incident and accident reports
- Track Medicaid documentation where applicable
- Maintain inventory of medications, controlled substances, and medical supplies
- Order medical equipment and supplies
- Schedule clinic appointments and medical evaluations
- Coordinate prescriptions with local pharmacies