Detention Nurse - Bisbee Jail *Underfill May Be Considered*

Nature of Work

Under general supervision, performs professional nursing care of moderate difficulty within the scope of practice for RNs in a detention/jail setting; performs related work as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Provides nursing care to adults and juveniles confined to a detention or jail facility;
• Reviews and provides correct prescriptions, medications and treatments to individuals in the detention or jail facility;
• Assesses and evaluates all individuals under care for health and disease prevention and restoration;
• Works closely with physicians in providing appropriate health care;
• Makes medical decisions in emergency situations;
• Advises detention and jail staff on medical questions and makes recommendations;
• May delegate tasks to LPNs and technicians in accordance with AZBN as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age;
• Must possess and maintain an unrestricted license in good standing as a Registered Nurse (RN) issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing;
• LPNs with relevant experience may be considered as an underfill for this position;
• Must have current CPR Certification (or must obtain before beginning employment);
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license and the ability to be covered by county insurance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of: professional nursing theories, principles and practices; health and disease prevention; acute and urgent medical care;
• Good knowledge Of regulations and procedures of acute care facilities and clinics as they relate to nursing; policies and procedures of detention and jail facilities; health education and preventive practices; principles and practices of management and supervision.

Work Environment

Work is primarily performed under general supervision in a detention or jail facility with appropriate climate controls where the possibility of physical violence and harm exists. Requires working evenings and holidays as scheduled.

Physical Requirements

• Essential functions of this position require: manual dexterity, fine motor skills, ability to communicate, lifting, kneeling, squatting, climbing, crawling, stooping, turning/twisting, balancing, reaching and handling with varying frequencies.
• Heavy work: Occasional lifting and carrying objects up to 75 pounds, Frequent lifting and carrying, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and/or continuous lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 10-20 pounds.

Mental Application

• Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important.

Required Question

• Are you 18 years of age or older?
• What nursing license do you currently hold?
• How many years of direct patient care and/or acute or urgent care experience do you have?
• Do you have a current CPR certification?