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Job Details

Job Location:    Des Moines County Correctional Center - IA - Burlington, IA Position Type:    Full Time Education Level:    2 Year Degree Salary Range:    Undisclosed Travel Percentage:    Up to 100% Job Shift:    Any Job Category:    Nursing/Nursing Support

Description

SUMMARY: 

Our associates deliver a higher standard of medical and mental health care for an underserved population. We maintain professionalism, integrity, and commitment as we solve problems and make lives easier. 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Responsible for nursing care delivery for assigned client locations. 

• Timely and accurately assess, plan, and deliver nursing care to patients. 

• Administer prescribed medication, treatments, and other tasks, as ordered by the practitioner. 

• Provide emergency first aid care when appropriate. 

• Check and record vital signs, peak flows, blood glucose checks, weight, and other diagnostic tests on-site, when appropriate. 

• Triage officer intake screenings for necessity and priority at sick call. 

• Record information in chronic clinic and report reactions to treatments and medications, as well as changes in the patients’ emotional or physical condition. 

• Record care information concisely, accurately, and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms. 

• Coordinate medical services as directed by the practitioner and provide patient education to support care. 

• Maintain aseptic techniques and infection control precautions, as required. 

• Maintain and demonstrate working knowledge of pharmacology, including drug reaction/overdose. 

• Maintain and demonstrate working knowledge of therapeutic diets and nutrition. 

• Notify supervisor of medical or security incidents. 

• Attend in-service education sessions as requested by the client. 

• Perform duties within the scope of practice mandated by state and local standards. 

• Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA practices as required by government agencies. 

• Acquire professional licensure as directed. 

• May be asked to train new hires and coworkers. 

• Proficient in using and maintaining patient electronic healthcare records and learning AIMM electronic Medical Records (EMR). 

• Acquire and maintain professional nursing licensure. 

• Remain available for staffing coverage needs including nights, weekends, and holidays. 

• Perform all other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Registered Nursing License and associate's degree required. 

• 3+ years of nursing experience required. 

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; hands-on training required. 

• Must have a valid Driver's License and reliable transportation.