Charge Registered Nurse (Charge RN)

NaphCare is hiring a Charge Registered Nurse (RN ) to join our team of medical professionals in Montgomery, Alabama where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Montgomery County Detention Facility.

As a Correctional Charge Registered Nurse (RN ), you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence while also overseeing the nursing staff and operations, acting as a supervisor and coordinator. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

Responsibilities

The Charge Registered Nurse coordinates shift activities and performs a wide range of duties, including assessing patients, administering medications, managing emergencies, and ensuring adherence to established protocols and procedures. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to :

Performing initial health screenings and physical assessments of newly detained individuals

Monitoring and documenting patient health including vital signs, medical histories

Conducting daily clinical rounds, providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services

Responding to medical emergencies, providing first aid, and ensuring timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities

Educating patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention

Understanding and adhering to correctional facility security protocols, while working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals, to ensure the safety and well-being of patients

Maintaining accurate medical records, documenting treatment plans, and reporting any relevant information

Qualifications

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within Alabama

Must possess an active BLS / CPR Certification (AHA preferred)

Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Two years of full time RN experience with knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and / or confidential information

Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Able to work independently and in a team

Flexible schedule and availability to work overtime when needed

Integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits For Full-Time Employees Include

Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!

Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one

Lowest Cost Benefits!

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services

401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Term life insurance at no cost to the employee

Generous paid time off & paid holidays

Free continuing education and CMEs

Want a better idea of what it’s like to work in a jail? See what our RNs do :

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If you would like to s peak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, apply directly to the position to initiate the application process , and I’ll be in touch.

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