Registered Nurse - Chronic Care
$47.11-$60.10 / hrSUMMARYThe successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.
- Provides comprehensive nursing careto detainees with chronic health conditions.
- Manages long-term health issues, coordinates care plans and ensuresadherence to medical protocols within a secure environment.
- Collaborates with healthcare teams,correctional staff, and external providers to deliver high-quality,patient-centered care that promotes health, safety, and well-being ofdetainees.
- Conducts comprehensive health assessments for detainees with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, and mental health disorders. Develops and updates individualized care plans based on assessments, medical history, and current health status. Monitors health status and progress regularly, adjusting care plans as needed.
- Works closely with healthcare providers, mental health professionals, and correctional staff.
- Communicates effectively with detainees regarding their health and treatment plans.
- Administers prescribed medications accurately and safely.
- Educates detainees on medication use, side effects, and adherence importance.
- Monitors for adverse reactions and reports issues to healthcare providers.
- Maintains detailed, accurate documentation of all care provided, assessments, and detainee responses.
- Uses electronic medical records (EMR) systems compliant with correctional health standards.
- Educates detainees about managing their health and preventing complications.
- Follows strict infection control protocols.
- Ensures safe handling of sharps, medications, and biological specimens.
- Recognizes signs of medical emergencies related to chronic conditions and provides first aid or emergency interventions as needed.
- Responds to medical emergencies promptly and facilitates timely transfer to external medical facilities when required.
- Ensures confidentiality and privacy of detainee health information.
