Correctional Health Registered Nurse
Eloy, Arizona
Saguaro Correctional Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Eloy, Arizona
Employment Type: Travel Health Services

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides 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 scope of education and licensure
• Attending sick calls with physicians and preparing inmates/residents for examination
• Operating pill call, dispensing medication, and documenting per policies
• 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 corporate, facility, and correctional policies in decision-making with sound independent judgment
• Evaluate medical services to prevent inappropriate use or duplication
• Maintain security and confidentiality of medical records
• Assist with review of medical files 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 and take action in serious incidents and emergencies

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Requirements

Education

• Graduate from an accredited college, university, or nursing program with a degree/diploma in nursing

Experience

• Preferred: Minimum 1 year of professional nursing experience

Licensure & Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the state of Arizona
• Valid driver’s license

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required
• Work setting involves correctional healthcare, requiring adherence to security and confidentiality protocols
• Role includes supervisory responsibilities over other nursing and medical staff

This position is suitable for RNs with at least 1 year of professional nursing experience who are interested in travel assignments within correctional healthcare settings.