Administer medications intravenously, subcutaneously, intramuscularly, topically and orally as prescribed by a physician or designee as allowed in the practice setting; ensure correct time, dosage and appropriate route of administration; count controlled medications to ensure security; monitor patient for medication side effects and/or allergic reaction; observe patient to determine if medication is effective for prescribed treatment and document; if necessary, notify appropriate personnel of action taken. Work responsibilities include providing professional nursing care to inmates, medication management and administering medications as prescribed by the agency psychiatrist and monitoring for side effects, maintaining client safety, assist in physically restraining inmates who are a threat to themselves or others, triage and assess inmates physical and mental health status and recommend admission for inpatient or outpatient services, develop/implement nursing discharge plans, and educate patients and families on medications and special care requirements.