CoreCivic is a diversified, government-solutions company with the scale and experience needed to solve tough government challenges in cost-effective ways. We provide a broad range of solutions to government partners that serve the public good through high-quality corrections and detention management, innovative and cost-saving real estate solutions, and a growing network of residential and non-residential alternatives to incarceration to help address America's recidivism crisis.

CoreCivic

California City Correctional Facility

Mental Health

22844 Virginia Blvd, California City, CA 93505, United States


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Compensation:  $100,000 - $175,000/yr At Corecivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. Corecivic is currently seeking Advanced Registered Nurses who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.The Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner under the supervision of the facility physician, provides advanced nursing services and patient care in the facility’s medical program to inmates/residents.The successful applicant should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements. <ul><li>Provide comprehensive nursing care to include, but not limited to, executing physician's orders, dispensing, and administering medications and performing examinations and treatment of patients; perform a variety of procedures and treatments.</li><li>Order, interpret and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs.</li><li> Record physical findings, formulate prognosis based on patient's condition, and discuss case with physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan.</li><li> Recommend drugs and other forms of treatment within the scope of licensure.</li><li> Monitor inmate/resident inpatient hospitalizations and ensure early release whenever appropriate.</li><li> Verify the cleanliness of equipment and work area through own efforts and supervision.</li><li> Assist with monitoring he provision of all required contractual services.</li><li> Maintain a good working relationship with facility staff, nursing staff, contract providers and outside provider agencies.</li><li> Utilize established corporate, facility and correctional policies and procedures in making decisions, but use sound independent judgment in meeting the responsibilities and performing the duties of the position.</li><li> Regularly evaluate the provision of medical services to prevent the inappropriate use or duplication of those services.</li><li> Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records. Review medical files to determine all provided services are documented.</li><li> Closely monitor all potential catastrophic illnesses.</li><li> Recommend methods of improving operational efficiency and cost effectiveness of health-related services.</li><li> Audit pharmacy use for adherence to formulary, as directed or required.</li><li> Comply with all applicable pharmacy laws, especially those covering controlled substances.</li><li> Observe and record inmate/resident behavior.</li><li> Accept on call status.</li><li> Provide health counseling and health education on individual or group basis, as required.</li><li> Read, analyze, comprehend, and interpret medical and technical procedures, governmental regulations, legal and non-legal documents, including the processing of such documents as medical instructions, commitment orders, summons and other legal writs.</li><li> Review, process and respond (via corporate counsel) to lawsuits; attend court hearings, when necessary; conduct research of charts; review status of inmates/residents with serious health problems for completion of all necessary intervention and treatment.</li><li> Communicate effectively and coherently to administration, staff, inmates/residents, visitors and the general public, particularly in situations requiring tact, diplomacy, understanding, fairness, firmness and good judgment.</li><li>Attend scheduled staff meetings, promote communications and the proper flow of relevant information in the medical unit.</li><li> Participate in multi-disciplinary committee meetings to promote and monitor quality of healthcare services.</li><li>Engage in functions in confined areas including working rotating shifts and physically checking the doors windows and other areas to verify they are secure.</li><li>Evaluate and recommend physical safety requirements necessary to provide a safe working environment for both patients and staff.</li><li> Facilitate, where applicable, NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO accreditation of the medical program by providing the required level of efficiency and approved, appropriate medical services.</li><li> Prepare and disseminate safety and accident reports as required by policies and procedures; take appropriate action in cases of serious and unusual incidents and emergencies.</li><li> Comply with the requirements of applicable regulations, laws, rules, procedures, policies, standards and/or contract.</li><li> Perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters to include administering basic emergency medical aid.</li><li> Establish and maintain effective working relations with others and handle difficult interpersonal contacts.</li><li> Be aware that verbal abuse may be present with the hostile views and opinions of inmates/residents and others encountered in an antagonistic environment.</li><li> Take appropriate action to prevent or diffuse potentially disruptive situations.</li><li> Properly chart medical care.</li><li> Define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.</li><li> Add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.</li><li> Interpret an extensive variety of medical and technical instructions in the form of handwritten text, correspondence, policies, regulations, procedures, reports, directions for forms completion and other simple or complex documents.</li><li> Remain alert at all times and react quickly, efficiently and calmly in emergency and other high stress situations.</li></ul> Qualifications:<ul><li>Graduate from an accredited college or university’s nursing program with a degree and possess a current licensure and/or certification as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with training in family practice in the state of employment.</li><li>One year of professional nursing experience required.</li><li> A valid driver's license is required.</li><li>Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.</li></ul>Corecivic is a Drug-Free Workplace &amp; EOE including Disability/Veteran.

California City Correctional Facility California City California CA CoreCivic Job ID #req30344. Posted job title: Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner Urgent Care Correctional

$136,480 / AnnuallyAt CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Assistant Health Services Administrators who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The Assistant Health Services Administrator (Assistant HSA) manages the facility's medical program activities and the administrative management of the facility's health care delivery system.  Under direction of the Health Services Administrator, this position provides direction and leadership based on company goals, objectives and in compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations and standards.   The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.<li>Manages the clinical services, administrative services, pharmacy and medical support services for the facility.  Communicates responsibilities, authorities and accountability to direct reports.  </li><li>Analyzes health care and fiscal data and advises leadership on trends and indicators.  Recommends changes to management on health care delivery procedures. </li><li>Maintains a positive working relationship with facility staff, nursing staff, contract providers and outside provider agencies.  Maintains positive relations with outside groups such as hospitals, accrediting agencies and public health officials and organizations.</li><li>Contributes to the development and implementation of both long and short term policies and plans for the health care delivery system. </li><li>Supervises subordinate staff in the performance of their duties and evaluates as prescribed by company policy.  This includes, but is not limited to, training new employees, providing in-service training, mentoring, motivating staff, evaluating performance and preparing written performance appraisals, listening to concerns and effectively resolving disputes or issues, taking corrective or disciplinary action, developing work schedules, and approving leave requests.  Ensures staff have required licensure, certifications and insurance as needed.</li><li>Monitors the overall health care budget and advises program managers, finance staff and leadership of projected shortages and program adjustments needed.</li><li>Coordinates and evaluates internal review systems to ensure clinical and administrative activities are in compliance with relevant standards.  Conducts internal audits of processes and procedures.  Prepares for and participates in external audits.  Develops and monitors corrective action plans. </li> More about CoreCivic!Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee with over 70 facilities nationwide, CoreCivic is the leader in partnership corrections with a growing presence in:  CoreCivic Safety, we operate safe, secure facilities that provide high quality services and effective reentry programs that enhance public safety. CoreCivic Properties, we offer innovative and flexible real estate solutions that provide value to government and the people they serve. CoreCivic Community, we deliver proven and innovative practices in settings that help people obtain employment, successful reintegrate into society and keep communities safe. With opportunities in correctional security, education, and healthcare, CoreCivic has a position that's perfect for you.  Each CoreCivic facility is like a small town. Our correctional facilities feature kitchens, dining halls, places of worship, classrooms, vocational training centers, health care clinics, recreational areas, housing units, administrative offices and more. Working together, we provide hundreds of services and perform countless tasks every day. Teamwork is a way of life for CoreCivic employees and how we are able to provide the industry's highest quality safety and security around the clock. CoreCivic offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO, Paid Holidays, 401(k) with company match and paid training! QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Graduate from an accredited college or university with a degree in nursing or in a healthcare/business related field is required. </li><li>Advanced degree and current licensure in nursing or related healthcare field is preferred. </li><li>Two (2) years relevant management experience in a healthcare environment required. </li><li>Must demonstrate a knowledge of correctional custody methods and techniques, pertinent facility rules, regulations and standards, principles and practices of supervision and training, and principles and practices of management; and the ability to apply the specialized principles and practices of health care management in directing a health care delivery system. </li><li>A valid driver's license is required.  </li></ul>CoreCivic is a Drug Free Workplace &amp; EOE–M/F/Vets/Disabled.

California City Correctional Facility California City California CA CoreCivic Job ID #req31732. Posted job title: Asst Health Services Administrator - RN

Up to $130,000 / Annual SalaryRelocation and Annual Bonus!!!!At CoreCivic, our mental health teams make lasting changes in the lives of offenders, as we set the standards of care in the industry. In our organization, these professionals are placed in the position of Mental Health Coordinator to plan and provide clinical mental health services of a non-medical nature in the facility. The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements. <li>Conducts mental health screenings and assessments based on a review of available records and clinical interviews with inmates. </li><li>Provides treatment to inmates by developing, implementing and modifying individual treatment plans based on an evaluation of needs and level of functioning.</li><li>Documents treatment and evaluation activities in the health care record for each person seen.</li><li>Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive materials and information at all times.</li><li>Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of psychological counseling theory and techniques by way of treatments and activities used for individuals in caseload.</li><li>Provides appropriate mental health assessments, counseling and crisis interventions to address the needs of inmates.</li>Qualifications:  <ul><li>Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling or a degree in a related clinical area.</li><li>Five (5) years of clinical experience which includes two (2) years in a comparable job position required.</li><li>Must possess appropriate LPC, LMFT or LCSW certification or licensing in the state where practice occurs.  </li><li>Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.</li></ul> CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace &amp; EOE including Disability/Veteran.

California City Correctional Facility California City California CA CoreCivic Job ID #req31501. Posted job title: Mental Health Therapist

$50.37 - $64.31 / Per HrAt CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good.At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Registered Nurses Mental Health who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.<li>Apply appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents.</li><li>Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment</li><li>Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries or inmates/residents who become ill or injured; refer inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facilities as required by their condition.</li><li>Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders.</li><li>Provide guidance, supervise and monitor nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.</li>Qualifications: <ul><li>Graduate from an accredited college, university or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing.</li><li>Must possess current licensure in the state of employment.</li><li>One (1) year of professional nursing experience preferred.</li><li>A valid driver's license is required.</li><li>Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.</li></ul>CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace &amp; EOE including Disability/Veteran.

California City Correctional Facility California City California CA CoreCivic Job ID #req31713. Posted job title: Registered Nurse Mental Health

$50.37-$64.31 / hourAt CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good.At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Registered Nurses who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.<li>Apply appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents.</li><li>Attend sick call with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment</li><li>Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries or inmates/residents who become ill or injured; refer inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facilities as required by their condition.</li><li>Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders.</li><li>Provide guidance, supervise and monitor nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.</li>Qualifications: <ul><li>Graduate from an accredited college, university or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing.</li><li>Must possess current licensure in the state of employment.</li><li>One (1) year of professional nursing experience preferred.</li><li>Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age.</li></ul>CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace &amp; EOE including Disability/Veteran.

California City Correctional Facility California City California CA CoreCivic Job ID #req31077. Posted job title: Registered Nurse Cal City - Night Shift

$22.76 / Per HrAt CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Dental Assistants who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The incumbent should be able to perform all of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the job performance requirements<li>Assistant dentist with the treatment of inmates/residents by setting up all instruments for each patient and treatment to be rendered and preparing impressions and filling materials. </li><li>After each treatment, sterilize the dental unit and instruments used and replace instruments prior to the next patient treatment.</li><li>Control medication, syringes and other dental supplies or equipment; inventory as required by established procedures</li><li>Keep equipment and work area clean; utilize appropriate sanitation methods.</li><li>Review dental services provided to prevent the inappropriate use or duplication of services.</li><li>Review status of inmates/residents for completion of all necessary intervention and treatments and services.</li> Qualifications:<ul><li>High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent or greater. </li><li> One-year dental assisting experience is required.</li><li>Certificate
or evidence of completion of a dental assistant training program or other
requirements that meet the criteria of the Dental Practice Act in the state of
practice, in compliance with contract or applicable statutes is required.  </li><li>A valid driver's license is required. </li><li>Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 21 years of age. </li></ul>CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace &amp; EOE including Disability/Veteran.

California City Correctional Facility California City California CA CoreCivic Job ID #req31406. Posted job title: Dental Assistant

California City Correctional Facility jobs

Nurse Practitioner - Correctional Urgent Care

$100K-175K/year

Registered Nurse (RN) - Correctional Health Services Administrator

$136K/year

Correctional Mental Health

$130K/year

Registered Nurse (RN) - Correctional Mental Health

$50-64/hour

Registered Nurse - Correctional

$50-64/hour

Correctional Dental Assistant

$23/hour

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