Job Description
Skills: *Assist supervisor with evaluating the provision of all medical services to prevent the inappropriate use of duplication of those services. *Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records. *Closely monitor all potential catastrophic illnesses. *May audit pharmacy use for adherence to formulary. *Comply with all applicable pharmacy laws. *Observe and record inmate/resident behavior. *Inspect the medical unit for items that could be used as contraband by inmates/residents; securely store or safely dispose of supplies and equipment. *Assist with preparing and maintaining a variety of standard narrative, statistical, summary and/or operational records, reports and logs, using appropriate grammar, to include filing, alphabetizing and labeling; review reports and records produced on the shifts; properly processes all reports and documents in a timely manner. *Read, comprehend and interpret medical and technical procedures, governmental regulations, legal and non-legal documents, including the processing of such documents as medical instructions and commitment orders. *Respond (via corporate counsel) to lawsuits; attend court hearings, when necessary; conduct research of charts; review status of inmates/residents with serious health problems for completion of all necessary intervention and treatment. *Communicate effectively and coherently to administration, staff, inmates/residents, visitors and the general public, particularly in situations requiring tact, diplomacy, understanding, fairness, firmness and good judgment. *Help evaluate and recommend physical safety requirements necessary to provide a safe working environment for both patients and staff. *Facilitate, where applicable, NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO accreditation of the medical program by providing the required level of efficiency and approved, appropriate medical services. *Help prepare and disseminate safety and accident reports as required by policies and procedures; take appropriate action in cases of serious and unusual incidents and emergencies. *Escort inmates/residents or coordinate the movement of inmates/residents to and from different areas for medical treatment. *Help initiate and complete investigations and inquiries with accuracy, as directed, by gathering information and evidence, interviewing and obtaining the statements; exercise independent judgment by determining when probable cause exists to recommend or take disciplinary action. *Engage in functions in confined areas to include working rotating shifts and physically checking the doors, windows and other areas to verify they are secure. *Be aware that verbal abuse may be present with the hostile views and opinions of inmates/residents and others encountered in an antagonistic environment. *Perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters to include administering basic emergency medical aid, physically removing people away from dangerous situations, and securing and evacuating people from confined areas. *Take appropriate action to prevent or diffuse potentially disruptive situations. *Establish and maintain effective working relations with others and handle difficult interpersonal contacts.
Education: "Graduate from an approved school of nursing with a certificate as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Must be licensed in the state of employment. A valid driver's license is required. This is the pay range that RightSourcing (a part of Magnit) reasonably expects to pay someone for this position, however, as a supplier your expected pay range may vary and/or include certain benefits like: Stipends (for clinical traveler workers only), Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K [include any compulsory benefits such as commissions, incentive bonuses, etc. if applicable].Pay range: (USD)33-(USD)57"
Schedule Notes: Nights Potential 36/48 rotation 8 weeks Auto Offer
Required Skills: REGISTERED NURSE,
Hours Per Day: 12.00
Hours Per Week: 36.00
Languages: English( Speak, Read, Write )
Department: 214 : Eden
Job Category: Health Services - Travel