Registered Nurse, Correctional, Night Shift (RN)

Role: Registered Nurse Correctional (RN)
Location: Baumont TX
Position: Full Time Benefits

Correctional Facility Registered Nurse Duties

• Conduct inmate health assessments and nursing evaluations upon intake and during incarceration
• Monitor and document patients medical conditions symptoms and treatment progress
• Administer medications injections IV therapy and other prescribed treatments
• Respond to medical emergencies injuries and crisis situations within the facility
• Provide wound care chronic disease management and infection control services
• Assist physicians and healthcare providers during examinations and procedures
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure confidentiality of inmate health information
• Educate inmates on health conditions medications hygiene and preventive care
• Observe inmates for signs of mental health issues withdrawal symptoms or suicidal behavior
• Coordinate referrals to specialists hospitals or outside healthcare providers when necessary
• Ensure compliance with correctional healthcare policies nursing standards and safety regulations
• Collaborate with correctional officers and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to maintain a secure healthcare environment
• Perform routine screenings such as TB tests vital signs and laboratory specimen collection
• Participate in infection prevention and outbreak management within the facility
• Provide compassionate and professional care while maintaining firm professional boundaries

Skills Required

• Strong clinical and emergency response skills
• Ability to work in high-stress and secure environments
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution abilities
• Knowledge of mental health and substance abuse treatment
• Attention to detail and accurate documentation
• Ability to maintain safety professionalism and ethical standards