Correctional Registered Nurse
Las Animas, CO
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Las Animas, Colorado
Employment Type: Staffing - Supplier Sourced
Contract Length: 8 weeks

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive nursing care including executing provider orders, administering medications, assisting in examinations and treatments, and applying nursing and supervisory techniques in the care and treatment of patients. Responsibilities include attending sick calls, operating medication distribution, assessing patients, performing emergency procedures, and coordinating medical services.

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 following corporate, facility, and correctional policies.
• Evaluate medical services 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 patient behavior.
• Inspect medical units for contraband and securely store or dispose of supplies.
• Provide health counseling and education individually or in groups.
• Prepare and maintain various medical and operational records and reports.
• Interpret medical, technical, legal, and regulatory documents.
• Respond to lawsuits and attend court hearings as necessary.
• Support accreditation processes by providing efficient and appropriate medical services.
• Prepare and disseminate safety and accident reports; take action in serious incidents and emergencies.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Colorado
• Minimum of 1 year of correctional nursing experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)