Registered Nurse – Correctional Facility
Youngstown, OH
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel Position

Location: Youngstown, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel Health Services

Job Description

• Provide comprehensive nursing care including executing provider orders, medication administration, and assisting in patient examinations and treatments.
• Apply nursing and supervisory techniques in the care and treatment of inmates/residents.
• Attend sick calls with physicians, prepare examination rooms and equipment.
• Operate pill call, dispense medication, and document according to policies.
• Call providers for medication, treatment orders, and emergencies.
• Examine and assess inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries; refer to emergency or other healthcare facilities as needed.
• Perform emergency procedures and notify providers for treatment orders.
• Coordinate professional medical services provided by contract personnel.
• Monitor inpatient hospitalizations for early releases when appropriate.
• Supervise licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.
• Maintain relationships with facility staff, nursing staff, contract providers, and outside agencies.
• Use corporate, facility, and correctional policies and procedures to guide decision-making.
• Evaluate medical service provision to prevent inappropriate use or duplication.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of 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.
• Provide health counseling and education individually or in groups.
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of medical records, reports, and logs.
• Interpret medical, technical, legal, and regulatory documents.
• Respond to lawsuits and attend court hearings as necessary.
• Recommend physical safety requirements for a safe working environment.
• Facilitate accreditation processes (NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO) by providing appropriate medical services.
• Prepare and disseminate safety and accident reports; respond to serious incidents and emergencies.
• Escort or coordinate movement of inmates/residents for medical treatment.
• Perform searches for contraband and ensure security of confined areas.
• Work rotating shifts and perform physical security checks.
• Take action to prevent or diffuse disruptive situations.
• Perform rescue functions including basic emergency medical aid and evacuation during emergencies or disasters.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program with a degree or diploma in nursing.
• Current nursing licensure in Ohio.
• Minimum Specialty Experience: 1 year of professional nursing experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Contract Length

• 6 weeks (interpreted from contract_length value of 6)

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required.