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PRN Float Registered Nurse

Our associates deliver a higher standard of business services to support medical care and behavioral health care.

Posted Oct 10

Shift and hours
Any shift Job Shift: Any
Unit and setting
Psych · Correctional
License
RN license Active nursing license in the state in which services are to be provided, in good standingActive nursing license in the state where services are provided, in good standing
Term
Per Diem Position Type: PRNPRN

Do you qualify?

License
Active nursing license in the state where services are provided, in good standing Active nursing license in the state in which services are to be provided, in good standing
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with hands-on training Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; hands-on training
Education
2 Year Degree education level Education Level: 2 Year Degree
Also asks
Excellent documentation skills
Also asks
Knowledge of the RN scope of practice

What it pays

Eligibility
Benefits eligibility depends on employment status Benefits eligibility is determined by employment status

Benefits

  • BenefitsReferral programReferral program
  • Benefits401(k) with employer match401(k) w/employer match
  • BenefitsHealth insuranceHealth insurance
  • BenefitsVision insuranceVision insurance
  • BenefitsDental insuranceDental insurance
  • BenefitsProfessional developmentProfessional Development
  • BenefitsPaid time offPaid Time Off
  • BenefitsDisability insuranceDisability Insurance

The role and schedule

Day to day
Assess, plan, and deliver nursing care to patients Timely and accurately assess, plan, and deliver nursing care to patients
Day to day
Contact practitioner to obtain orders Contact practitioner to obtain orders
Day to day
Administer prescribed medication and treatments as ordered Administer prescribed medication, treatments and other tasks as ordered by the practitioner
Day to day
Provide emergency first aid when appropriate Provide emergency first aid care, when appropriate
Day to day
Triage officer intake screenings at sick call Triage officer intake screenings for necessity and priority at sick call
Day to day
Report reactions to treatments and changes in patient condition Report reactions to treatments and medications, as well as changes in the patients’ emotional or physical condition
Day to day
Notify supervisor of medical or security incidents Notify supervisor of medical or security incidents
Day to day
Oversee and delegate duties within RN scope of practice Oversee and delegate duties as expected and allowed under the RN scope of practice
Day to day
May be asked to act as back-up to the H.S.A/Site Manager May be asked to act as a back-up to the H.S.A/Site Manager
Day to day
May be asked to train new hires and coworkers May be asked to train new hires and coworkers
Floating
Cover shifts at multiple correctional facilities May be directed to cover shifts at multiple correctional facilities
Travel
Up to 25% travel Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Travel
Sites in Muscatine, Des Moines, Henry and Cedar, IA Job Location: IA PRN FLOAT Muscatine, Des Moines, Henry, Cedar - IA

The workplace

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Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted 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 and staffing support handled day to day?
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On your path

Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.

Original listing

Posted on Advanced Correctional Healthcare’s careers page.

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Job Details: Job Location: IA PRN FLOAT Muscatine, Des Moines, Henry, Cedar - IA, Position Type: PRN, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Salary Range: $60.00 - $60.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Nursing/Nursing Support,

Summary

Our associates deliver a higher standard of business services to support medical care and behavioral health care. We maintain professionalism, integrity, and commitment as we solve problems and make lives easier.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Timely and accurately assess, plan, and deliver nursing care to patients Contact practitioner to obtain orders Administer prescribed medication, treatments and other tasks as ordered by the practitioner Provide emergency first aid care, when appropriate Check and record vital signs, peak flows, blood glucose checks, weight, and other diagnostic tests on-site, when appropriate Triage officer intake screenings for necessity and priority at sick call Collect and record data for statistical reporting on the CQI Record information in chronic clinic and outcome study documents as indicated Report reactions to treatments and medications, as well as changes in the patients’ emotional or physical condition Provide patient education on topics such as correctional facility’s policies and discharge planning Record care information concisely, accurately, and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms Collaborate and coordinate multiple medical services for diagnosis and treatment, as directed by the practitioner Maintain aseptic techniques and infection control precautions as required Maintain and demonstrate working knowledge of pharmacology, including drug reaction/overdose Maintain and demonstrate working knowledge of therapeutic diets and nutrition Maintain and demonstrate working knowledge of social and behavioral sciences, particularly as applied to the correctional institutional setting Recommend improved procedures, equipment, and supplies to your supervisor Notify supervisor of medical or security incidents Present/participate in in-service education sessions Perform duties within the scope of practice mandated by state and local standards Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA practices as required by government agencies Oversee and delegate duties as expected and allowed under the RN scope of practice May be directed to cover shifts at multiple correctional facilities May be asked to act as a back-up to the H. S. A/Site Manager May be asked to train new hires and coworkers Any and all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Active nursing license in the state in which services are to be provided, in good standing Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; hands-on training Excellent documentation skills Knowledge of the RN scope of practice Benefits (Benefits eligibility is determined by employment status): Referral program 401(k) w/employer match Health insurance Vision insurance Dental insurance Professional Development Paid Time Off Disability Insurance

What's around it?

In Iowa, United States

Iowa, United States

Living costs about 12% below the US average

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