As a Registered Nurse (RN), your primary responsibility is to provide patient care using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. You will work under the supervision of Charge Nurse(s) to provide patient education and activities in accordance with your competencies and education. This role requires excellent communication and critical thinking skills to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Key
Responsibilities:
Assist in assessing and planning individual treatment programs, consulting with Charge Nurse(s) and other staff as necessary. Implement medical plans by administering medications, obtaining diagnostic tests, and assisting with medical or minor surgical procedures as needed. Count controlled substances and implement clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols. Document nursing encounters using the SOAP form of charting as required by policy and attend mandatory staff meetings and training.
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Communicate information to nursing staff, physician, health care unit supervisory personnel or other staff as necessary. Additional Details: Friday, Saturday, Sunday nights.
Skills for this role
patient assessmentcare planningadministering medicationsobtaining diagnostic testsassisting with medical or minor surgical procedurescontrolled substance countingSOAP chartingpatient education
Requirements
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
Prefer a minimum of one (1) year clinic experience
Have and maintain current licensure as a Registered Nurse within the state of employment
Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification
Patient assessment
Patient treatment planning
Medication pass administration
Controlled substance management
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
401k
DailyPay
Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
About the employer
Wellpath
Hiring organization
Workplace not named in the posting.
Wellpath is a healthcare organization specializing in providing medical, dental, and mental health services to underserved, vulnerable, and overlooked populations, primarily in correctional and detention settings. Headquartered in Asheville, NC, Wellpath operates across multiple facilities, including juvenile detention centers and…
What reviewers appreciate
+Mission-driven organization with a people-first culture
Living in Pine Bluff, AR
Pine Bluff sits along the Arkansas River in southeastern Arkansas, offering a quiet, community-focused pace. Near Lake Saracen and home to the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, the city blends Southern charm with accessible outdoor recreation—appealing to nurses seeking a slower rhythm between shifts.
+Excellent career growth opportunities and ongoing training/development for licensed and unlicensed staff
+DailyPay option allowing employees to receive earnings as they work
What reviewers flag
−Work setting is within correctional/detention facilities, which may present unique challenges compared to traditional healthcare environments
−Complex regulatory compliance requirements across multiple standards (ACA, NCCHC, state and local regulations, accreditation bodies)
−Patient population consists of incarcerated or detained individuals, which can involve challenging clinical and behavioral scenarios
Benefits: Wellpath offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 401k retirement plan. Additional perks include DailyPay (access to earned wages daily), tuition assistance and dependent scholarships, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling and health coaching, company-paid life insurance, tax-free Health Spending Accounts…
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