Registered Nurse, Correctional Facility

Under general direction of the Supervising Registered Nurse II/III, Correctional Facility (CF), the Resource Registered Nurse (Resource RN), CF organizes and provides necessary nursing care for patients participating in Complete Care Model (CCM) initiatives such as Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT), Hepatitis C Treatment (HCV) and other program initiatives, in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and program requirements in a variety of correctional health care settings. The Resource RN, CF serves as the Care Manager for patients with chronic care management needs and is an adjunct member of the primary care team. The Resource RN, CF, in collaboration with the primary care team and other specialized care teams (addiction medicine team, HCV treatment team), ensures the delivery of appropriate and timely health care to patients and coordinates interdisciplinary communication to promote continuity of care.

Assesses patients for side effects, signs/symptoms of recent drug or alcohol use or withdrawal, mental health, and/or medical conditions that interfere with treatment. Facilitates recovery, physical health and wellness, medication management groups, and promotes therapeutic relationships. Serves as a mentor for patient peer development and actively participates in Peer Education Programs.

Attends primary care meetings and Population Management sessions, collaborates with the Primary Care Nurse (PCRN) on care visits, care planning, medication management, administers injections, and provides high-level education to patients. Serves as a tele-presenter for the Telemedicine Addiction Provider and is responsible for addressing the ongoing health care needs of patients and for promoting the timely, efficient, and appropriate use of health care resources.