Ability to: Lead, and delegate tasks and authority; learn, understand, apply and follow rules, regulations, instructions, and medical practices and procedures; enforce and explain laws, rules, and regulations with firmness, tact, impartiality and discretion; exercise independent judgment, initiative, and creative problem solving; give and receive orders and to work as a team supervisor in a structured working environment; provide effective nursing services and patient care and in the use of medical equipment utilized; handle and recognize unusual medical, physical or mental conditions of inmates; write reports, complete forms, accurate documentation, and compile statistics; react quickly and effectively to emergency situations; independently with minimal supervision; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, employees, other agencies and the public, including law enforcement and physicians; follow written and verbal instructions; communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing. Skills in: Analyzing and evaluating programs needs, identifying problems, and developing feasible solutions; clinical health practices and physical health assessments; solving complex health care issues; community assessments, health program planning, development and evaluation; supervising and leading personnel; monitoring budget expenditures; assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands; preparing complete and accurate medical reports, records, and statistical data; responding appropriately to emergency situations; the use of medical instruments and laboratory equipment; dealing impartially with people of different social, economic, and ethnic background; operating computerized technology and job-related software applications.