Correctional Registered Nurse
Watonga, Oklahoma
CoreCivic of Tennessee, LLC - Route 2, Box 336

Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel Position

Location: Watonga, Oklahoma
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• 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.
• Perform technical/clinical procedures within scope of education and licensure.
• Attend sick calls with physician, prepare exam rooms, operate pill call, dispense medication, and document accordingly.
• Assess new or ill/injured inmates/residents and refer to emergency care as needed.
• Perform emergency procedures and coordinate professional medical services with contract personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor inpatient hospitalizations for early releases when appropriate.
• Supervise 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 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 document inmate/resident behavior.
• Inspect medical unit 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 efforts by providing efficient and appropriate medical services.
• Prepare safety and accident reports and respond to serious incidents and emergencies.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Oklahoma.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience within the last year, excluding Home Health, Hospice, and School Services.

Work Hours

• 12-hour shifts.
• 36 to 48 hours guaranteed weekly.

Additional Notes

• This is a travel health services position requiring adaptability to correctional healthcare environment and policies.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.