Travel Nurse RN - Correctional - $1,728 per week in California City, CA

Job Title : Registered Nurse Profession : RN Specialty : Registered Nurse Duration : 13 weeks Shift : Days Hours per Shift : 36 Experience : One year of professional nursing experience preferred License : Current licensure in the state of employment Certifications : Valid driver's license required Must-Have : - Graduate from an accredited college, university, or nursing program with a degree / diploma in nursing. Description : The Registered Nurse (RN) plans and provides comprehensive nursing care. This includes executing Licensed Independent Provider's orders, dispensing and administering medications, and assisting Licensed Independent Provider in examinations and treatment of patients. The RN applies nursing and supervisory techniques required in the care, treatment, and referrals of inmates / residents. The RN performs all technical / clinical procedures within the scope of his / her education and licensure. The RN applies appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates / residents. The RN attends sick calls with the physician to see inmates / residents and prepares a list of inmates / residents to be examined. The RN prepares the examining room and equipment. The RN operates pill call, dispenses medication, and documents as required by applicable policies and procedures. The RN contacts the Licensed Independent Providers for medication and treatment orders, and responds to other emergencies. The RN examines and assesses new inmates / residents with illnesses or injuries or inmates / residents who become ill or injured. The RN refers inmates / residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facility as required by their condition. The RN performs emergency procedures as needed and notifies the Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders. The RN assists in coordinating professional medical services provided by contract personnel and ensures that their needs are addressed. The RN monitors inmate / resident inpatient hospitalizations for early releases whenever appropriate. The RN provides guidance, supervision, and monitoring of nursing care provided by licensed vocational / practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff. The RN maintains a good working relationship with facility staff, nursing staff, contract providers, and outside provider agencies. The RN utilizes established corporate and facility policies and procedures in making decisions while using sound independent judgment in meeting responsibilities. The RN regularly evaluates the provision of medical services to prevent the inappropriate use or duplication of those services. The RN maintains absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records. The RN assists with the review of medical files to determine all provided services are documented. The RN closely monitors all potential catastrophic illnesses. The RN audits pharmacy use for adherence to formulary as directed or required. The RN complies with all applicable pharmacy laws, especially those covering controlled substances. The RN observes and records inmate / resident behavior. The RN inspects the medical unit for items that could be used as contraband by inmates / residents and securely stores or safely disposes of supplies and equipment. The RN provides health counseling and health education on an individual or group basis as required. The RN assists in preparing and maintaining a variety of standard narrative, statistical, summary, and operational records, reports, and logs using appropriate grammar. The RN processes all reports and documents in a timely manner. The RN reads, analyzes, comprehends, and interprets medical and technical procedures, governmental regulations, legal and non-legal documents. The RN reviews, processes, and responds to lawsuits as necessary and attends court hearings when required. The RN evaluates and recommends physical safety requirements necessary to provide a safe working environment. The RN prepares and disseminates safety and accident reports as required by policies and procedures and takes appropriate action in cases of serious incidents and emergencies. The RN escorts inmates / residents or coordinates the movement of inmates / residents to and from different areas for medical treatment. The RN performs searches of people and objects capable of concealing contraband. The RN engages in functions in confined areas, which includes working rotating shifts and performing security checks. The RN takes appropriate action to prevent or diffuse potentially disruptive situations. The RN performs rescue functions during accidents, emergencies, and disasters, including administering basic emergency medical aid and ensuring the safety of individuals.