What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse - Juvenile Detention Center position at City of Danville, VA?
Description
Provide health care to detained juvenile residents, by performing routine assessments; administering tests and medication; making appropriate recommendations; assisting the doctor; taking inventory of and ordering medical supplies; and ensuring compliance with all medical and related standards. Other duties include counseling and educating residents regarding physical health; maintaining a clean and organized clinical environment; communicating and reporting all issues and concerns; preparing residents for release; providing training to employees; assisting with other City related detention and enforcement health care issues; and organizing educational groups.
The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
- Ensures compliance with all medical and related standards by reading and reviewing certification standards related to medical and health related issues; documenting and recording all related information; maintaining files; educating and training employees in certification standards; maintaining a clean and organized clinical environment; participating in random reviews and audits; insuring all paperwork and other documentation are completed accurately; and maintaining confidentiality regarding the residents.
- Assists in the Self-Administration of Medication to residents by accepting and approving medication types; filling out administration forms and the medical logbook for documentation of resident’s medication; assisting in the distribution of medication to residents at the appropriate time; documenting the distribution of medication, medication errors or refusals; observing residents for allergic reactions; and obtaining information from parents, guardians or other providers.
- Performs routine physical assessments on residents by obtaining information through interviews; observing and examining residents to determine general health; administering TB Risk Assessment and skin tests and documenting results; making referrals to home physician as needed; and documenting all findings and information on the Health Status Form and in the medical logbook.
- Provides training sessions for employees and residents by identifying medical and health related issues; gathering information, resources, scheduling, coordinating, and conducting training and group sessions for employees and residents.
- Orders supplies and medications by maintaining inventory; turning in orders for approval by administration; and maintaining good working relationships with suppliers and pharmacy personnel.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree, with broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field; and one to two years of experience.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above
Certifications/Licenses
- Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record according to City Criteria
- Licensed as a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse
- CPR/First Aid/AED Certification
Job Knowledge
Intermediate knowledge to perform most work in normal situations. Comprehension of standard situations and includes knowledge of most of the significant aspects of the subject.
Reading
Intermediate: Ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, and thesauruses.
Writing
Intermediate: Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech.
Math
Basic: Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
Communication Skills
Decisions regarding interpretation of existing policies may be made. Contacts may involve stressful, negative interactions requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.
Independence and Decision-Making
Normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. Special projects are managed with little oversight and assignments may be reviewed upon completion. Performance reviewed periodically.
Technical Skills
Work requires a comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the work environment of the organization.
Fiscal Responsibilities
No budgetary/fiscal responsibility.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No responsibility for direction or supervision of others.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is sedentary in nature, requiring occasional light physical exertion. Requires adequate vision, hearing and talking to use a computer, telephone and communicating effectively with others.
NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.
- Regular and predictable attendance is expected.
- May frequently experience frequent change of tasks, and working closely with others as a part of a team.
- May occasionally experience time pressure, emergency situations, irregular work schedule/overtime, tedious or exacting work, and noisy/distracting environment.
- May rarely perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE
Typically requires use of standard office equipment, including computer and related hardware and software; medical cart, medical equipment and supplies; and any other equipment as appropriate or required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is typically performed in a clinic and office in a secure detention facility, where there is constant exposure to communicable diseases, and frequent exposure to physical danger or abuse. There is seasonal exposure to respiratory hazards and extreme temperatures, and rare exposure to mechanical, chemical, electrical, and fire hazards.
The employee is expected to use appropriate protective equipment for the assigned task (Gloves, CPR/First Aid Mask, Radio, Medical Mask and Gown, Biohazard bags and boxes, Sharps Containers, etc.); and any other equipment as apparent or assigned.
