Registered Nurse - Chronic Care

Registered Nurse - Chronic Care

$42.03 - $53.91 / hour

This is a M-F 8hr/day position.

At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good.

At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Registered Nurses - Chronic Care who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting.

SUMMARY

The 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 care to detainees with chronic health conditions.

• Manages long-term health issues, coordinates care plans and ensures adherence 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 of detainees.

• 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.