Local Contract Registered Nurse - Correctional - $50-54 per hour

Local Contract Registered Nurse - Correctional - $50-54 per hour at Equiliem summary :

The Local Contract Registered Nurse in a correctional facility provides essential nursing care to inmate-patients by utilizing the nursing process. This role focuses on assessing and addressing the health care needs of adults and geriatrics within a correctional environment while ensuring effective communication and teamwork. The nurse is responsible for maintaining professional standards and continuing education, all while functioning in a challenging environment requiring resilience and adaptability.

Equiliem is seeking a local contract nurse Correctional for a local contract nursing job in Leesburg, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Correctional
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 02 / 28 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : 8 hours, evenings
• Employment Type : Local Contract

The Staff Nurse utilizes the nursing process to meet a variety of health care needs with ambulatory care as a primary focus

Works with a variety of health care professionals and security officers in a correctional environment

Frequently functions guided by nursing protocols

Functions as a team leader as assigned

Demonstrates competency in assessment and identification of the physical health of adults (18 to 64 years), and geriatrics (65+) all population groups and their personal strengths

Identifies inmate-centered goals and nursing objectives and implements prescribed interventions and solutions for the identified problems

Provides direct and indirect nursing care to meet physiological, psychosocial and emotional needs of the inmate-patient including adults (18 to 64 years), and geriatrics (65+) within the framework established by the correctional system

Utilizes effective communication skills by demonstrating respect, concern and courtesy in all interpersonal relationships

Uses current knowledge to promote a safe environment for providing health care to inmate-patients

Maintains current professional skills and continues professional growth to enhance the practice of correctional nursing and the image of the organization

Adhere to personnel policies to enhance the operation of the health care unit

Maintains required annual licensure and credentialing requirements for the nursing personnel of the health care unit and assumes responsibility for his / her continuing education and professional development and contributes to the professional growth of co-workers

Able to function in a stressful environment and relates well to patients, security staff and healthcare team members

May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases

Entering and movement within the facility will be controlled by Correctional Officers

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

Certifications / Licenses

RN License to practice in the State of New Jersey.

CPR Certification required - Must be from American Heart Association

Valid Driver's License is required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Nursing (BSN)

Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a correctional setting preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : As a first responder must have the physical capacity to perform CPR for at least 10 minutes. Physically able to lift and carry upstairs an emergency treatment bag that can weigh up to 45 pounds and assist in lifting and rotating patients who are unable to ambulate (up to 50 pounds).

Special Conditions Must possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another. Must be approved by the client and adhere to all client requirements. Employees will be subject to and must comply with all security regulations and procedures.

Keywords :

Registered Nurse, Correctional Nursing, Inmate Care, Healthcare, Nursing Process, Medical Services, Mental Health, Telemetry Nursing, CPR Certification, Patient Assessment