Posted 2mo ago

DETENTION NURSE-FT - STARTING PAY: $41.87 - $46.21 PER HOUR DOE

@ Eddy County
Carlsbad, New Mexico, United States
$42-$46/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:sick call, record keeping, medication
Requirements Summary:Licensed Registered Nurse with high school diploma or GED; 1+ year nursing experience preferred; must work independently within detention setting.
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DETENTION NURSE-FT - STARTING PAY: $41.87 - $46.21 PER HOUR DOE






Department:
Detention
Location:
Carlsbad, NM







BRIEF DESCRIPTION:

This position plans and performs a wide range of general medical nursing duties including inmate daily sick call, record keeping, medication administration and control. The Full-Time Nurse will coordinate care with contracted physicians to perform medical services. Minimum qualifications: High School Diploma or GED; Must be a Licensed Registered Nurse and maintain degree through continuing education credits; Must have nursing experience, preferably One year; Must be able to work independently with appropriate guidance and counsel from the Healthcare Director and/or the County Physician; Must have effective human relation skills to deal with individuals at all levels, including inmates, officers, and other Detention Center employees. Must possess the ability to handle stressful situations and respond appropriately. Employee may be required to work irregular hours, attend job related meetings, and be required to perform all other duties as assigned.

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DETENTION NURSE - FT JOB SPEC 07.2025

Please provide the following REQUIRED Documents: Please note all required documents must be submitted within 5 days of Application Submission date.

DRIVING RECORD - Dated within the last 30 days.

WAIVER - Please print, complete, and upload the waiver notarized below.

https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:d65ea4ad-82b4-4a48-a564-cbffd8244245

VETERANS' FORM - Please print, complete, and upload the form below.

https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:d4d2e3d1-2a14-453f-a934-80a805d04e88

NURSING LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

STARTING HIRING RANGE:

$41.87 - $46.21 PER HOUR DOE








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