Registered Nurse Manager
Jackson, Missouri
You'll lead the LPNs and RNs on site at the Cape County Jail.
- Unit and setting
- Cape County Jail · Correctional working in a correctional institution setting as the Nurse ManagerPatients in a correctional institution
- License
- RN license Note, this role can be held by NP's and RN's.
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- License
- Registered Nurse or Nurse Practitioner Note, this role can be held by NP's and RN's.
- Also asks
- Medical terminology and internal medicine practice Proficient in medical terminology and understanding of internal medicine practices.
- Also asks
- Physical exams and reading vital signs accurately Strong ability to perform physical examinations and interpret vital signs accurately.
- Also asks
- Infectious disease care protocols Knowledgeable in infectious disease care protocols and best practices.
Preferred
- Experience
- Correctional healthcare experience Correctional Healthcare Experience is a PLUS but not mandatory.
What it pays
Benefits
- Benefits401(k) matching401(k) matching
- BenefitsDental insuranceDental insurance
- BenefitsFlexible scheduleFlexible schedule
- BenefitsHealth insuranceHealth insurance
- BenefitsLife insuranceLife insurance
- BenefitsPaid time offPaid time off
- BenefitsRetirement planRetirement plan
- BenefitsVision insuranceVision insurance
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- Leading LPN and RN staff on site Lead and work with LPN's and RN's on site at the Cape County Jail.
- Day to day
- Writing care plans with physicians and NPs Work with Physicians and NP's to come up with care plans for patients.
- Day to day
- Making sure staffing coverage is in place Work with leadership to ensure facilities have coverage of staff.
- Day to day
- Physical exams and vital signs Conduct physical examinations and assess patients' health status by taking vital signs and documenting findings.
- Day to day
- Medication and treatment administration Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Day to day
- Infectious disease care and prevention teaching Provide care for patients with infectious diseases, offering education on prevention and management.
- Day to day
- Behavioral health screening and interventions Support behavioral health initiatives by recognizing mental health issues and providing appropriate interventions.
- Details
- In-person work at the site Work Location: In person
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- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
On your path
Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.
Original listing
Posted on Cardinal Correctional Care’s careers page.
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Job Summary
Cardinal Correctional Care is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team working in a correctional institution setting as the Nurse Manager. This position will play a crucial role in providing quality patient care under the supervision of physicians as well as leading our teams of LPN's and RN's in Missouri. This position requires a compassionate individual who is dedicated to improving patient outcomes through effective communication and clinical skills. Note, this role can be held by NP's and RN's.
Duties
Lead and work with LPN's and RN's on site at the Cape County Jail. Work with Physicians and NP's to come up with care plans for patients. Work with leadership to ensure facilities have coverage of staff.
Conduct physical examinations and assess patients' health status by taking vital signs and documenting findings. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Provide care for patients with infectious diseases, offering education on prevention and management.
Assist in the development and implementation of individualized care plans based on patient needs. Collaborate with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care, including referrals to specialists when necessary. Support behavioral health initiatives by recognizing mental health issues and providing appropriate interventions.
Skills
Proficient in medical terminology and understanding of internal medicine practices. Strong ability to perform physical examinations and interpret vital signs accurately. Knowledgeable in infectious disease care protocols and best practices. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team while maintaining professionalism. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Correctional Healthcare Experience is a PLUS but not mandatory.
Benefits for FTE
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
What's around it?
Jackson, MO
Living costs about 9% below the US average