Charge nurse Jobs in Thornton, CO

Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse / Nights

Location : Brighton, CO

Schedule : 6p-6a w / weekend rotation

Pay range : $43-47 / hr plus a $3 per hour night shift differential and a $2 per hour weekend shift differential

FT Benefits

Position Overview

The RN Charge Nurse Is responsible for maintaining quality care throughout the entire facility. They are also responsible for all on-site healthcare services in the facility and work closely with Detention Administration to ensure proper communication between the Detention Administrator and CorrHealth staff. Registered Nurses (RN) provide a full range of nursing services to inmates including assessing, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementing, and evaluating the medical condition of inmate patients. RNs provide information to other health care team members and contribute to the maintenance or restoration of health status. Along with all other correctional institution employees, the incumbent is also charged with responsibility of maintaining the security of the institution.

Essential Job Duties

Primarily responsible for orientations, training, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and

on-going support of facility Nursing / EMS staff

Monitors the implementation of the detention facility's procedures and programs

Assesses and identifies health problems of new inmates and initiates medical records and special needs POR's.

Works closely with any and all subcontracted services, including pharmacy, lab, x-ray, and

specialty providers

Oversees services rendered by contractors and professional staff

Responds to day to day medical issues and / or emergencies with patients

Administers prescribed treatments and medications as needed / medically required

Prepares medical equipment, records, and rooms for examinations of patients, assisting the provider if necessary

Practices sound pharmacology practices in preparation, maintenance, administration, and documentation of prescribed drugs and / or IV delivered therapies

Maintains IVs for IV therapies, as needed

Meets regularly with the HSA to review medical services administered to patients. May serve as Charge Nurse or Acting Supervisor in the absence if the HSA, and would be responsible for delegation of assignments among staff.

Is aware of emergency procedures in the event of emergency or crisis situations and the appropriate plan of action governed by triage and written guidelines

Capable of giving CPR instructions and able to take charge in a CPR emergency. If trained and able, would also be responsible for using AED equipment

Must demonstrate ability to appropriately and safely use standard medical equipment including, but not limited to : AED, EKG, blood pressure device, oxygen, sterilization, Glucometer, Doppler, and Pulse Oximeter

Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems

Delegates tasks appropriately to lower level licensure employees

Educates patients with regard to diet, hygiene, and methods of prevention of chronic medical diseases

Accepts on-call status as necessary

Minimum Education / Experience Requirements

Two (2)+ years' nursing supervisory experience

Some experience as an LTC nurse preferred

Degree or diploma from a professional nursing program approved by the legally designated state accrediting agent at the time the program was completed by the applicant

AED certified, must maintain certification

Current and unrestricted license as Registered Nurse, must maintain license

Experience in correctional healthcare preferred, but not required

Additional Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Competencies

Clear and effective verbal and written communication with all coworkers, supervisors, jail administration, and patients

Excellent verbal and written comprehension

Excellent deductive reasoning and problem-solving abilities

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to use a computer and use / learn a variety of software, including site-specific computer programs

Must demonstrate ability to appropriately and safely use standard medical equipment

Ability to respect the dignity and confidentiality of inmates

Employment Requirements

Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc. for this position

Must have current CPR / BLS certification

Must have current TB test (taken within one year)

Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures as well as the policies and procedures listed in the Employee Handbook

Willing to assist coworkers in the job duties and work overtime if required; may act as a resource to other coworkers

Maintains confidentiality, dignity, and security of health records and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA requirements

Security Requirements

Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test (as applicable)

Must obtain and maintain security clearance with the client / facility as a requisite for initial and / or continued employment

Must undergo security training and orientation on facility safety policies and procedures

Physical / Mental Requirements

This position routinely requires (but is not limited to) the following :

Ability to both remain stationary and move / traverse throughout the facility, including up and down flights of stairs

Ability to position oneself in different spaces

Ability to convey and discern information in a conversation, frequently communicate with patients; must be able to exchange accurate information.

Ability to identify and detect objects and assess situations from a variety of distances

Ability to stay calm in stressful and demanding situations

Frequently transports objects up to 50 pounds

Work Environment

Work is performed inside a correctional facility. Employees are exposed to some level of risk and / or harm by inmates including exposure to blood borne pathogens. Employee is expected to work in accordance with all security rules and regulations to minimize the risk of danger and / or harm to themselves or other employees.

Other

Employee must comply with all current and future State, Federal, and Local laws and regulations, court orders, Administrative Directives and standards and policies and procedures of the site where assigned, including those of professional organizations such as ACA, NCCHC, etc. Employee must treat every other member of the CorrHealth team, all correctional personnel, all inmates and third parties in the facility with the proper dignity and respect. Actions or communications that are inappropriate or degrading will not be tolerated.

Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse / Nights

Location : Brighton, CO

Schedule : 6p-6a w / weekend rotation

Pay range : $43-47 / hr plus a $3 per hour night shift differential and a $2 per hour weekend shift differential

FT Benefits