Correctional Registered Nurse
Eloy, Arizona
Saguaro Correctional Center

Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Eloy, Arizona
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 6 weeks

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive nursing care including executing provider orders, administering medications, assisting in patient 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 new and existing patients, performing emergency procedures, and coordinating medical services with contract personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor inpatient hospitalizations and facilitate early releases when appropriate.
• Supervise and guide licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.
• Maintain professional relationships with facility staff, nursing staff, contract providers, and outside agencies.
• Use sound judgment in applying 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 patient behavior.
• Inspect medical units for contraband and manage supplies securely.
• Provide health counseling and education individually or in groups.
• Prepare and maintain various medical and operational records and reports.
• Interpret medical, 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 Arizona.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Minimum of 1 year of correctional nursing experience, with correctional experience within the last year.

Additional Information

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• This is a travel nursing assignment in a correctional healthcare setting.

This position requires strong clinical skills, the ability to work independently, and experience in a correctional or similar healthcare environment is beneficial.