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Job Category: Registered Nurse
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Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN)
Hiring Organization: Emerald Correctional Managment
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Closing Date: 04/08/2017
Job Location: Arizona
Description: TITLE: REGISTERED NURSE (RN) WORK DESCRIPTION: Performs duties concerned with the care of the sick and injured, prevention of illness and promotion of good health in compliance with Emerald, facility and correctional healthcare directives. WORK PRODUCT: Employee will provide nursing services to inmates in accordance with ADC directives and correctional healthcare standards. RESPONSIBILITY/AUTHORITY: The employee will provide nursing services under direction of the Director of Nursing, and will make decisions in accordance with current practice as permitted by the State of Arizona. SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of medical procedures and evaluative processes. Demonstrated ability to use a variety of medical equipment. Ability to follow instructions from Nursing Protocols, Procedure Manuals, physician or extender orders. Ability to establish and maintain health records. Skill in relating to demanding patients in stressful situations. WORK ACTIVITIES: 1. Render first aid treatment and assist Physician in treating serious accidents or illnesses. 2. Treat minor injuries and illnesses according to physician instructions or nursing protocols and maintain health records. 3. Clean and dress wounds, operate emergency equipment and provide follow-up nursing care as required. 4. Prepare and administer specified medications and drugs and assist in developing programs to prevent or control diseases and accidents. 5. Monitor inmates restricted to bed rest or medical observation. 6. Conduct cursory medical exams during inmates' first 24 hours on site. 7. Conduct designated health services special programs as assigned. 8. Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed. 9. Maintain accountability of inmates and property: adhere to safety practices. 10. It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her capabilities as determined by management. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 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. College degree preferred. Requires full range of body motion. Speech and hearing are essential. Vision corrected to 20/30. Must be able to stand for long periods. Extensive walking may be required. Occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds. POSITION REPORTS TO: HSA “Emerald Correctional Management, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer"
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