Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Type: Full-time

Job Location: Alvarado, TX

Estimated Salary: $58K

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works under the supervision of the Health Services Administrator.
• Render first aid treatment and assist the physician in treating serious accidents or illnesses.
• Treat minor injuries and illnesses according to physician instructions or nursing protocols and maintain health records.
• Clean and dress wounds, operate emergency equipment and provide follow-up nursing care as required.
• Prepare and administer specified medications and drugs and assist in developing programs to prevent or control diseases and accidents.
• Monitor inmates restricted to bed reset or medical observation.
• Conduct cursory medical exams during inmates’ first 24 hours on site.
• Conduct designated health services special programs as assigned.
• Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
• Maintain accountability of inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.
• Ensure all reports and statistics are kept and properly reported.
• Assist in hiring and training employees, perform evaluations and counseling, ensure personnel responsibilities are met for a designated shift.
• It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A graduate of approved School of Nursing and current license approved by the State Board of Nurse Examiners.
• One year of nursing experience required, preferably in a supervisory capacity in a correctional facility.

Experience:

• Nursing preferably in a correctional setting: 1 year (Required)

License or certification:

• Registered Nurse (RN) (Required)