Correctional Nursing Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Correctional Nursing Assistant provides direct support under the supervision of licensed nurses, assisting with patient care and medication distribution. This role is responsible for organizing and documenting keep-on-person medications, maintaining medication storage areas, and ensuring compliance with state practice acts and facility policies. The position assists providers during sick-call and chronic care appointments by recording vital signs, obtaining specimens, and performing point-of-care testing. Additional responsibilities include facilitating telehealth visits, assisting with procedures such as EKGs, managing sharps inventory, and ensuring infection control. This role requires working in a correctional facility environment and may involve travel as needed.

Responsibilities

Distribute, document, and manage keep-on-person medications in compliance with nurse supervision and state regulations.

Maintain and organize medication rooms, carts, and inventories, including supplies, equipment, and sharps.

Assist providers with clinical appointments, recording vital signs, obtaining specimens, and performing point-of-care testing.

Support patient care through telehealth facilitation, EKG assistance, and infection control practices.

Ensure accurate documentation, patient confidentiality, and participation in audits, CQI activities, and compliance with HIPAA.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

High School graduate or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

1-year related experience in a medical environment preferred

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

Must have current CPR Certification

Licensed as a Licensed Nursing Assistant

Medication Aide Certification is preferred within the state in which services are provided