Rnjuvenile Justice Center - South Bend, United States - Beacon Health System

Beacon Health System
Beacon Health System
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South Bend, United States

4 weeks ago

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Description
Reports to the Director of Professional and Contract Services. Under supervision of a registered nurse, provides patient care to the facility residents and staff. Implements nursing and medical orders.

Conducts health related in-services and maintains all medical records in an accurate and confidential manner and in accordance with HIPPA regulations.

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MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS:


  • MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
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VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
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SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.


Renders professional nursing services to facility residents, and staff and plans and implements care in conjunction with the physician by:

  • Assesses the health status and needs of residents; providing ongoing assessment as inmate needs and condition requires.
  • Reviewing all medical screening forms and consulting the physician for any medical treatments or medications needed.
  • Using professional judgment in treating residents, modifying treatment plans to meet individual needs, and contacting the physician as appropriate.
  • Administering first aid, administering medications and treatments as prescribed by the Physician, or arranging for transportation to a medical facility as indicated.
  • Responding to all written medical requests in a timely and professional manner.
  • Reporting any mental or medical problems to the physician and interviewing all persons as needed to determine past and current problems and making referrals as appropriate.
  • Notifying the physician of any patients with medical or mental conditions, or dental condition which may require a followup referral.
  • Assuring strict compliance with regulations and company policies and procedures.
  • Arranging for physician rounds and implementing orders received.
  • Arranging for consultation, xray referrals or lab work, and drawing and obtaining cultures or other specimens as needed and as qualified to perform.
  • Approving and coordinating all special dietary needs with the kitchen; distributing diet list on a daily basis, if needed.
  • Conducting health related inservices and education programs for facility patients and staff.
  • Maintaining medical records in an accurate and confidential manner and releasing medical information as described in the Release of Medical Information policy.

Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:

  • Participating in-services and department meetings; also attending conferences as approved.
  • Ensuring continuing education is current by updating knowledge of the nursing process, security, and current developments, procedures, and techniques in nursing care and health services in a correctional facility on a regular basis and as directed.
  • Maintaining professional affiliations as appropriate.
  • Maintaining the nursing office in a clean and orderly manner.
  • Identifying the need for and initiating observation orders on residents when necessary; notifying shift commander.
  • Determining the most appropriate use of the medical housing in the facility in conjunction with classifications.
  • Completing other jobrelated duties and projects as assigned.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:


Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

  • Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
  • Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
  • Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
  • Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
  • Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
  • Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
  • Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
  • Complies with established organization and department policies.
  • Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:

  • Leverage innovation everywhere.
  • Cultivate human talent.
  • Embrace performance improvement.
  • Build greatness through accountability.
  • Use information to improve and advance.
  • Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education and Experience

  • The knowledge, skills and abilities are normally acquired through the successful completion of an accredited school of nursing and have a current Registered Nurse license to practice in the State of Indiana. Must have and maintain current CPR certification, and current TB test. A minimum of two years of recent clinical experience with training in emergency
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