RN / Health Services Administrator / in Bernalillo

Location: Bernalillo, NM in Sandoval County

About the Role

The Health Services Administrator functions as the department head for the medical unit at local correctional institutions. They are responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and supervising the delivery of healthcare, including budgetary and fiscal matters, patient care, and laboratory and pharmacy operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervises health services staff, including nursing, dental, medical records, and mental health
• Ensures staffing levels meet contractual requirements and schedules staff to best meet operational needs
• Responsible for maintaining revenue goals and controlling expenses to ensure profit goals are met; may assist in preparation of the annual budget
• Assists in the development, implementation, monitoring, and annual review of healthcare policies and procedures
• Meets regularly with correctional facility administrators, the CorrHealth Director of Operations, and staff to review reports, needs, and medical services
• Plans and presents new hire orientation and in-service continuing education programs in accordance with facility and accreditation requirements
• Ensures appropriate licensure, certification, and quality standards are maintained by all medical and dental professionals
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare standards for correctional facilities (ACA and NCCHC if applicable)
• Assists in the development, review, and testing of a disaster plan for health services
• Must be on call at all times to respond to staffing, administrative, or medical situations
• Oversees the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) and Infection Control programs
• Capable of giving CPR/AED instructions and able to take charge in a CPR emergency
• Monitors use of pharmaceutical services
• Ensures Chronic Clinics are maintained per CorrHealth policy and protocol
• Educates patients on diet, hygiene, and methods of prevention of chronic medical diseases
• Ensures staff maintains confidentiality and security of health records and medical information in compliance with HIPAA requirements
• Must understand the functionality of each staff role and be able to fill in or find appropriate coverage as needed

Requirements

• Valid licensure as a Registered Nurse
• Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Nursing, Health Administration, Business Administration, or a health-related field preferred; degree in Health Care Management or Health Services Administration is preferred
• Some experience as a Long-Term Care (LTC) Nurse preferred
• One year of specialized experience in an administrative, clerical management, or supervisory position in healthcare, involving:
  • A close working relationship with facility members
  • Analysis and/or coordination of administrative, clinical, or other service activities
  • Knowledge of regulations, requirements, and standards across supervisory groups
• AED Certification
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Current TB test (taken within one year)
• Must pass a background check and pre-employment drug test

Skills

• Clear and effective verbal and written communication with coworkers, supervisors, jail administration, and patients
• Excellent verbal and written comprehension
• Strong deductive reasoning and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to use a computer and learn a variety of software, including site-specific programs
• Demonstrated ability to appropriately and safely use standard medical equipment
• Ability to respect the dignity and confidentiality of inmates

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to remain stationary and move throughout the facility, including up and down flights of stairs
• Ability to position oneself in different spaces
• Ability to convey and discern information in conversations; must exchange accurate information with patients
• Ability to identify and detect objects and assess situations from a variety of distances
• Ability to stay calm in stressful and demanding situations
• Frequently transports objects up to 50 pounds

Work Environment

Work is performed inside a correctional facility. Employees are exposed to some level of risk and/or harm by inmates, including exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Must work in accordance with all security rules and regulations to minimize risk.