What are the responsibilities and job description for the rn staff medical position at CoreCivic?
At CoreCivic, we are seeking a Per Diem/PRN Nurse Correctional to provide high-quality care in an institutional setting. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of service and a responsibility to better the public good.
About the Role
The successful candidate will perform various functions, including applying appropriate nursing skills, attending sick call, examining and assessing new inmates/residents, and providing guidance and supervision to nursing staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Apply nursing skills in the treatment of inmates/residents
- Attend sick call with the physician and prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined
- Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries
- Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify Licensed Independent Provider for treatment orders
- Provide guidance, supervise, and monitor nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you must have:
- A degree/diploma in nursing from an accredited college or university
- Current licensure in the state of employment
- One (1) year of professional nursing experience preferred
- A valid driver's license is required
- Be at least 20 years of age
About CoreCivic
CoreCivic is a diversified, government-solutions company that provides a broad range of solutions to government partners. We serve the public good through high-quality corrections and detention management, innovative and cost-saving real estate solutions, and residential and non-residential alternatives to incarceration.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Life insurance
