Registered Nurse

About the role

Join the team at the largest jail in Idaho, the Ada County Jail, where we accommodate up to 1,224 inmates daily. Our Health Services Unit is dedicated to providing exceptional care for up to 83 patients with acute medical and mental health needs. As part of our dynamic team of 45 healthcare professionals, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of those in our care.

Responsibilities

• Delivering essential healthcare services to inmates, ensuring their well-being and safety.
• Administering prescribed treatments and medications under the guidance of Medical Authority.
• Assisting physicians and mid-level providers during sick call, conducting patient assessments, taking medical histories, following up on treatment plans, and preparing medications.
• Maintaining accurate and detailed treatment records, including medications, doctor visits, and related care activities.
• Managing and safeguarding medical supplies and medications in accordance with established protocols.
• Scheduling and coordinating hospital or clinic appointments as needed for inmates.
• Collaborating with Community Health Services to ensure seamless continuity of care for inmates.
• Observing inmate health and behavior, ensuring that all health concerns are addressed promptly.
• Implementing infection control procedures to prevent the spread of contagious diseases.
• Overseeing inmate dental care, including dental history, appointments, and follow-up treatment.
• Preparing for sick call by reviewing patient charts, scheduling appointments with healthcare providers, and ensuring necessary documentation is in place.
• Reviewing medical intake information and prioritizing cases that need immediate attention.
• Preparing medication renewal orders for physician and mid-level provider approval.
• Maintaining flexibility to work all shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Coordinating mental health appointments and necessary records for inmates with psychological needs.
• Collaborating with physicians, physician assistants, and pharmacists to ensure proper care and medication management.
• Cooking medical transport and special orders with security and dietary staff.
• Leading educational sessions for both inmates and staff on medically-related topics.

Essential Functions

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering essential healthcare services to inmates, ensuring their well-being and safety.
• Administering prescribed treatments and medications under the guidance of Medical Authority.
• Assisting physicians and mid-level providers during sick call, conducting patient assessments, taking medical histories, following up on treatment plans, and preparing medications.
• Maintaining accurate and detailed treatment records, including medications, doctor visits, and related care activities.
• Managing and safeguarding medical supplies and medications in accordance with established protocols.
• Scheduling and coordinating hospital or clinic appointments as needed for inmates.
• Collaborating with Community Health Services to ensure seamless continuity of care for inmates.
• Observing inmate health and behavior, ensuring that all health concerns are addressed promptly.
• Implementing infection control procedures to prevent the spread of contagious diseases.
• Overseeing inmate dental care, including dental history, appointments, and follow-up treatment.
• Preparing for sick call by reviewing patient charts, scheduling appointments with healthcare providers, and ensuring necessary documentation is in place.
• Reviewing medical intake information and prioritizing cases that need immediate attention.
• Preparing medication renewal orders for physician and mid-level provider approval.
• Maintaining flexibility to work all shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Coordinating mental health appointments and necessary records for inmates with psychological needs.
• Collaborating with physicians, physician assistants, and pharmacists to ensure proper care and medication management.
• Cooking medical transport and special orders with security and dietary staff.
• Leading educational sessions for both inmates and staff on medically-related topics.

Job Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing as a Registered Nurse;
• Knowledge of professional nursing principles, procedures and practices;
• Knowledge of nursing equipment and supplies;
• Knowledge of laws regulating narcotics, medications and patients' rights of consent;
• Ability to make accurate assessment of patients' condition;
• Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy and patience;
• Ability to observe and understand physical conditions and behavior;
• Ability to exercise judgment;
• Ability to initiate needed treatment;
• Ability to communicate orally to groups and have good writing skills;
• Ability to maintain confidential materials and medical records.