Travel Nurse RN - Correctional - $2,092 per week in Eloy, AZ

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Correctional RN in Eloy, Arizona, 85131!

Pay Information

$2,092 per week

About The Position

Job Title : Registered Nurse

Profession : RN

Specialty : Registered Nurse

Duration : 6 weeks initial duration - potential to extend

Shift : Days

Hours per Shift : 36

Experience : One year of professional nursing experience preferred

License : Current licensure in the state of employment

Certifications : Valid driver's license required

Must-Have :

• Graduate from an accredited college, university, or nursing program with a degree / diploma in nursing

Description :

The Registered Nurse (RN) plans and provides comprehensive nursing care.

Responsibilities include executing orders from Licensed Independent Providers, dispensing and administering medications, and assisting in examinations and treatment of patients.

The RN applies nursing and supervisory techniques required in the care and treatment of inmates / residents.

Performs all technical and clinical procedures within the scope of education and licensure.

Responsible for applying appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates / residents.

Attends sick call with the physician to see inmates / residents.

Prepares a list of inmates / residents to be examined and prepares the examining room and equipment.

Operates pill call, dispenses medication, and documents as required by applicable policies and procedures.

Calls Licensed Independent Providers for medication and treatment orders, as well as for emergencies.

Examines and assesses new inmates / residents with illnesses or injuries or who become ill or injured.

Refers inmates / residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facility as required by their condition.

Performs emergency procedures as needed and notifies Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders.

Assists in coordinating professional medical services provided by contract personnel.

Monitors inmate / resident hospitalizations for early releases whenever appropriate.

Provides guidance, supervision, and monitoring of nursing care provided by licensed vocational / practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.

Maintains a good working relationship with facility staff and other healthcare providers.

Utilizes established policies and procedures in decision-making while using sound independent judgment.

Regularly evaluates the provision of medical services to prevent inappropriate use or duplication of those services.

Maintains absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records.

Assists with the review of medical files to ensure all provided services are documented.

Closely monitors all potential catastrophic illnesses.

Audits pharmacy use for adherence to formulary as directed or required.

Complies with all applicable pharmacy laws, especially those covering controlled substances.

Observes and records inmate / resident behavior.

Inspects the medical unit for items that could be used as contraband by inmates / residents.

Provides health counseling and health education on an individual or group basis, as required.

Assists with preparing and maintaining a variety of standard records, reports, and logs.

Reads, analyzes, comprehends, and interprets medical and technical procedures, governmental regulations, and legal documents.

Facilitates accreditation of the medical program by providing the required level of efficiency and approved medical services.

Prepares and disseminates safety and accident reports as required by policies and procedures.

Takes appropriate action in cases of serious and unusual incidents and emergencies.

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Job Requirements

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About Cynet Health

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