St. Charles County, MO Saint Charles , MO 63302
Posted 2 weeks ago
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PURPOSE: The purpose of this position is to provide intake assessment and to provide routine and urgent medical care to the inmate population of the Adult Detention Facility within scope of licensed abilities in an autonomous environment, including, but not limited to, general office, medical, dental, psychiatric, obstetric, post-op, and triage. The work is performed under the supervision of the Health Services Coordinator and strictly within the scope of licensed abilities.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Ensure the health and welfare of the inmates and is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment in collaboration with the Security Officers
Work autonomously within scope of licensed abilities to collaborate with physicians, counselors, and peers to develop and implement treatment plans
Evaluate and triage routine to emergent requests for medical treatment
Maintain EMR documentation, keeping all patient records up to date
Perform and document in the EMR various assessments, including physical, mental, and substance detox
Determine medical stability for confinement
Monitor and maintain narcotics count and syringe count
Obtain blood and other lab specimens as ordered
Administer medications and TB tests as ordered
Participate in staff meetings and training to comply with license and correctional health professional certification
REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Missouri
Minimum one (1) year of professional Registered Nurse experience
Healthcare BLS Certification
Maintain working knowledge of behavioral sciences, particularly as applied to the Correctional setting
Maintain working knowledge of Pharmacology - including drug reaction/overdose
TO APPLY: All applications must be submitted using the APPLY NOW link above. We do not accept faxed, e-mailed or print applications.
Applications will be accepted on a continuing basis until the position is filled or a sufficient number of qualified candidates has applied.
St. Charles County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. St. Charles County is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. A pre-employment drug screen is required for all positions.
St. Charles County, MO