Juvenile Corrections RN Job in Massilon 44646, Ohio US

This is for a Full-time and PRN RN position at Indiana River Juvenile Correctional Facility.

The Corrections Nurse provides nursing services to the inmate population housed in various correctional facilities.
The Correctional Nurse works under the supervision of the corrections medical director, nursing director, and/or facility warden.

EDUCATION

RN: Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.

Must have current RN Licensure, CPR, and TB Test.

Each applicant will be required to take a drug test and background check.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Documents accurately and completely services provided.
· Maintains confidentiality relative to patient care and facility practices in accordance
with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act and/or other applicable correctional standards.
·Communicates information effectively to appropriate personnel.
·Provides for health assessment of inmates' care needs.
·Orders nursing and other supplies as requested.
·Coordinates care with inmates' physicians, corrections physicians, and dentists.
·Follows correctional settings safety rules when interacting with inmate population.
·Provides direct nursing care to inmates, including medication administration.
·Provides required care while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.