registered nurse - Escambia County, FL, USA, United States - Escambia County, FL

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    New Salary


    Close Date:
    September 30, 2024


    This position is under the direction of the Health Services Manager and follows medical orders from physicians and mid-level providers.

    It provides holistic nursing care to patients in a correctional setting.

    This is a mandatory-testing position that requires Drug Testing.


    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
    Follows all standards and patient care protocols, all federal, state, correctional health care standards, and the Escambia County Board of County Commissioner's policies, regulations, and guidelines

    Participates in the screening, evaluation, assessment and health care of inmates, whom may be seen in clinics, sick call, the infirmary, and confinement

    Provides treatments and administers medications following physician and mid-level orders

    Initiates appropriate actions in emergency situations

    Performs specific nursing tasks, such as intravenous insertion and care, venipuncture, and vital signs

    Responsible for complete and accurate documentation of care provided in the inmate's health record

    Maintains health services records logs and assists with data entry within the scope of nursing related items

    Supervises and coordinates Licensed Practical Nurses and paraprofessional nursing staff with professional nursing functions to ensure an efficient working environment

    Coordinates with medical, dental, mental health and ancillary personnel, as required, to ensure continuity of care

    Maintains accountability of all controlled substances and prescription medications according to federal and state laws and organizational regulations

    Participates in the monitoring, requisition and documentation of the use of medical supplies and equipment

    Facilitates and participates in inmate educational health programs

    Participates in continuing education and in-service training to maintain professional capabilities and proficiency

    Participates in the training and orientation of new employees

    Performs other duties as assigned


    TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

    Minimum Qualifications Requirements:

    Training and Experience:
    State of Florida Registered Nurse License


    Licenses and Certification:
    Valid State of Florida Registered Nurse License

    Current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification at the time of employment

    Current ACLS card or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment

    Security Clearance


    Preferred Qualifications:
    Associate's of Science Degree in Nursing

    Correctional nursing experience

    Experience working in the Emergency Room and/or Intensive Care Unit

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics (KSAOs):
    Community resources

    Clinical operations and procedures

    Federal and state correctional health care standards, institutional policies and Regulations, and accreditation and certification requirements

    Clinical operations and procedures

    All facets of professional nursing, patient care, infection control, safety, quality Assurance, and institutional practices

    Forming and maintaining collaborative relationships

    Writing

    Current nursing practice

    Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interpersonal relations with Coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey Information and to receive work direction

    Work effectively with a diverse community


    SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

    County-wide Employee Responsibilities:


    All Escambia County BCC employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Escambia County BCC's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.


    All Escambia County BCC employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.


    Emergency Management Responsibilities:
    During emergency conditions, the incumbent of this position will automatically be considered an emergency service worker.

    This employee is subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane or other emergency situation, and is expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.


    Material and Equipment Used:
    Various Medical Equipment

    Computerized Equipment

    Standard Office Equipment

    Microscope

    Two-Way Radio


    Physical Requirements:
    Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, talking, hearing, seeing, finger and hand dexterity as well as repetitive motions


    Very Heavy Work:

    Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

    Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, blood and other bodily fluids, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, work space restrictions, intense noises and travel.


    Benefits/Compensation Package:

    • Medical / Dental / Vision plans
    • Prescription coverage
    • Employee health clinic
    • Employee fitness centers
    • Employer-sponsored retirement plan or an investment plan
    • Deferred Compensation Plan
    • Flexible Spending Account(s)
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Annual/Sick Leave or Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Group Life Insurance