What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) - Corrections position at YesCare Corporation Coxsackie Correctional Facility?
Details
Client Name
YesCare Corporation Coxsackie Correctional Facility
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Nursing
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Specialty
Corrections
Job ID
30830295
Job Title
Registered Nurse (RN) - Corrections
Weekly Pay
1926.0
Shift Details
Shift
Evenings- 5 x 8
Scheduled Hours
Job Order Details
Start Date
02 / 24 / 2025
End Date
05 / 24 / 2025
Duration
13 Week(s)
Job Description
A corrections nurse is a registered nurse (RN) who specializes in providing healthcare services to individuals who are incarcerated within a correctional facility. The following are some of the primary responsibilities of a corrections nurse :
Health assessments : conducting initial and ongoing health assessments of inmates, including taking vital signs, documenting medical history and medications, and identifying any health conditions that require treatment.
Chronic care management : providing ongoing care for individuals with chronic health conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, and HIV / AIDS, including monitoring and adjusting medications as needed.
Emergency care : responding to emergency situations, such as heart attacks, strokes, and other medical emergencies, and providing immediate care until further medical attention can be obtained.
Infection control : monitoring for and controlling the spread of infectious diseases, including tuberculosis and hepatitis, within the facility.
Mental health care : providing mental health care, including the identification and management of mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety, and providing referrals to mental health professionals as needed.
Health education : providing health education and promoting healthy behaviors, including providing information on healthy diets, exercise, and disease prevention.
The ideal candidate for a corrections nurse position should have a current registered nursing license, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, and experience working in a corrections or similar healthcare setting. Additionally, a corrections nurse should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to work effectively with a diverse patient population, and the ability to work well in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
This is a not full time but contracted travel position.
Client Details
Address
11260 Route 9W
City
Coxsackie
State
Zip Code
12051
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