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Interviews and conducts initial screening on new inmates to obtain medical information/screening
Prepares documentation on screening as instructed
Takes and records vital signs
Completes physical observations of inmates in accordance with medical protocol
Documents encounters in the electronic medical record using the approved SOAPE format
May be required to draw blood and follow established protocols for preparing samples for laboratory analysis
Logs use of medical supplies including bandages keys and medical instruments
Prepares maintains and scans medical documents as needed
Provides assistance to other nurses or physicians as necessary
Regular and prompt attendance is mandatory in the performance of an employees duties for this position to include scheduled work hours and required training activities calls for mandatory overtime needs and calls for service during times of an emergency.
Knowledge of basic nursing methods and practices including public health and communicable diseases.
Ability to demonstrate ethical and professional behavior; to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to follow instructions; to maintain effective working relationships with superiors and the medical community.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment for this position is in the John E. Polk Correctional Facility. This position has direct contact with inmates. The position is assigned to a day or night shift with rotating days off.
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIREMENTS
MobilityBoth sedentary work and standing/walking; constant use of a computer
LiftingAble to lift at least 25 pounds
VisualConstant overall vision; constant eyehand coordination; frequent reading/closeup work
DexterityFrequent repetitive motion and reaching
Emotional/Psychological Potential contact with hostile individuals; direct inmate contact exposure to emergency situations; may be exposed to trauma grief and death; frequent public contact; decisionmaking and concentration
Special Requirements Ability to behave respectably and with utmost integrity even when off duty; direct inmate contact; May be required to respond for any critical incident manmade or natural. Shift work (days or nights) with rotating days off including working weekends nights holidays and/or overtime
External applicants for employment will submit to a thorough background investigation which includes but not limited to past employment/education verification driver license review credit history prior drug use history arrest/conviction record and computerized voice stress analysis (CVSA) testing. A certified examiner administers the CVSA with questions addressing illegal drug use and general questions of honesty and criminal history. Any dishonesty or deception on the Employment Application will disqualify your application.
The background investigation process may take 36 months depending upon the complexity of the applicants background and position for which youve applied. Applicants selected for employment will be provided a conditional offer and required to submit to a medical examination with drug screening.
Candidates must also comply with the Agencys current Tattoo and Body Ornamentation Policy. A copy ofGeneral Order 28 Dress and Appearance can be accessed here. An applicants tattoos and body ornamentation must be disclosed at the time of application and will be documented as part of the agencys review process even if otherwise meeting the Agencys policy.
Applicants not selected for employment will receive notification from the Human Resources Division to include justification based on the following disqualifiers: negative background failure to meet minimum qualifications as outlined in the specific job description or any additional information discovered during the interview process. Applicants will be eligible to reapply with the Seminole County Sheriffs Office after one year from date of notification.
The Seminole County Sheriffs Office is committed to a diverse work force is a drug free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly support our military veterans and their families and encourage them to consider applying to agency job announcements for which they may qualify. PreferenceEligible Applicant service members and veterans and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans receive preference and priority and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Additionally certain PreferenceEligible Applicants may also be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment.
Full-Time