Correctional Registered Nurse
Shelby, MT
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel Assignment

Location: Shelby, Montana
Employment Type: Travel Health Services

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide comprehensive nursing care including:

• Executing Licensed Independent Provider’s orders
• Dispensing and administering medications
• Assisting providers in examinations and treatment of patients (inmate/resident population)
• Applying nursing and supervisory techniques in care, treatment, and referrals
• Performing technical/clinical procedures within licensure scope
• Attending sick calls with physicians and preparing inmates/residents for examination
• Operating pill call, dispensing medication, and documenting per policy
• Examining and assessing new or ill/injured inmates/residents and referring as needed
• Performing emergency procedures and notifying providers for treatment orders
• Coordinating professional medical services provided by contract personnel

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor inpatient hospitalizations for early releases when appropriate
• Supervise and guide licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff
• Maintain good working relationships with facility staff, nursing staff, contract providers, and outside agencies
• Use sound independent judgment while adhering to corporate, facility, and correctional policies
• Evaluate medical service provision to prevent inappropriate use or duplication
• Maintain confidentiality and security of all medical records
• Assist with medical file reviews to ensure documentation of services
• Monitor potential catastrophic illnesses closely
• Audit pharmacy use for formulary adherence and comply with pharmacy laws, especially controlled substances
• Observe and record inmate/resident behavior
• Inspect medical unit for contraband and securely store or dispose of supplies and equipment
• Provide health counseling and education individually or in groups
• Assist in preparing and maintaining various medical and operational records and reports
• Interpret medical, technical, regulatory, and legal documents
• Respond to lawsuits and attend court hearings as necessary
• Facilitate accreditation processes (NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO) by providing efficient and appropriate medical services
• Prepare and disseminate safety and accident reports; take action in serious incidents and emergencies

Contract Length

• 12 weeks

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited college, university, or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing
• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Montana
• Valid driver's license

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of professional nursing experience required

Prior Travel Experience

• Not specified / not required

This position involves working in a correctional healthcare setting, requiring adherence to security protocols and the ability to work with an inmate/resident population.