he primary purpose of the Nurse is to provide comprehensive healthcare services to individuals under supervision at our * Lisbon and Wintersville facilities (2 positions)**. Responsibilities include conducting health assessments, administering medications, monitoring chronic and acute medical conditions, responding to medical emergencies, and maintaining accurate medical records. The Nurse collaborates with correctional staff, physicians, mental health providers, and community agencies to ensure continuity of care and compliance with healthcare regulations and correctional standards.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

? Conduct admission health assessments and screenings for residents within fourteen (14) days of admission.

? Administer medications already prescribed, maintain medication inventory control and auditing, and monitor treatment plans.

? Conduct sick call to assess and triage residents' medical conditions and refer residents to the appropriate level of medical care when necessary.

? Monitor complaints, manage chronic illnesses and mental health conditions.

? Respond to medical emergencies and provide basic clinical care.

? Schedule and coordinate outside medical appointments.

? Coordinate care with physicians, mental health professionals, social workers, and correctional staff.

? Maintain accurate and confidential medical records in compliance with legal, ethical, and regulatory standards.

? Assist with crisis intervention services as needed.

? Utilize universal precautions and infection control procedures at all times.

? Maintain familiarity with applicable laws, regulations, and standards pertaining to correctional and community-based correctional facilities.

? Serve as a representative of the facility by demonstrating compassion, fairness, integrity, and professionalism in all interactions with residents, staff, community partners, and the general public.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

? Prepare annual ACA and BCS outcome measurement reports.

? Participate in facility committee meetings and other facility functions.

? Attend scheduled trainings and maintain all required licenses and certifications.

? Check and respond to email and voicemail messages daily.

? Possess strong interpersonal communications and conflict resolution skills

? Provides daily positive interaction with offenders.

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