Registered Nurse

• Full-Time Day Shift (6:00 am to 6:00 pm) with rotating weekends

• Performs duties under the supervision of a Medical Director or other mid-level practitioner (i.e. PA-C or CRNP) according to protocols established by the Medical Director.

• Ensure that the proper flow of relevant information (inmate/patient information, unit problems) is disseminated to appropriate personnel.

• Provide health counseling to inmates/patients.

• Conduct sick calls for inmates/patients and provide provisional diagnosis and treatment for selected minor illnesses and injuries defined by written protocol and approved by the PCM Medical Director. Refer to all cases not covered by written protocol or that do not respond to treatment to an appropriate PCM Physician.

• Administer immunizations, tuberculin testing; basic and advanced first aid; basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation; visual acuity and telebinocular examinations, and oxygen, when indicated.

• Perform twelve (12) lead electrocardiograms and assemble results for interpretation by a provider.

• Record retrieve and file medical information in the inmate/patient medical record.

• Administer treatment prescribed by verbal or written orders from a provider.

• Administer oral and parenteral medications prescribed by a Provider.

• At a minimum of every shift, at the beginning of the shift, take vital signs, do a complete assessment, and document findings on the dispensary card of all inmates/patients housed in the medical unit and/or mental health unit.

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PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include Medical, Dental, and Vision (Single and Family plans are both available). We also offer Life Insurance and Disability options, Generous PTO, Floating Holidays, 401k with match, and a tuition reimbursement program.

In addition to the hourly pay rate PrimeCare Medical also offers Overtime Pay

• Shift Differential and Weekend Differential compensation, Premium Holiday Pay, as well as Sign-on Bonus and Employee Referral Bonus opportunities.

(Please note that the pay range is not a sliding scale based on experience; it reflects the base pay as well as the differentials offered between shifts.)

The RN is a fast-paced position, and as such we must have someone who has the ability to multi-task and has a good grasp of patient assessment skills. Other requirements include:

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Pennsylvania.

• Clinical decision-making ability.

• Effective communication skills.

• Ability to function independently and demonstrating clinical competency.

• Ability to gain trust of patients and build a working relationship.

Now is the time to join the exciting and challenging world of correctional healthcare!