Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Delivers patient care within an assigned unit and recommends clinical quality improvement efforts.
Performs initial health screenings, physical assessments and monitor and document patient health including vital signs, medical histories.
Develops care plans, assess patient needs and coordinate services.
Ensures proper documentation and appropriate care as well as provide emergency treatment on-site and respond appropriately in urgent or emergency situations.
Consults with other medical providers and recommends treatment protocols to align with FCH’s healthcare standards and institutional policies.
Communicates information to nursing staff, physician, supervisory personnel or other staff as necessary.
Participates in onsite training, evaluations and monthly staff meetings.
Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.
Maintains accurate records, and identifies potential problems, proposing corrective actions as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned to support FCH’s goals, objectives and values.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
Knowledge of treatment approaches, evidence-based practices and assessment standards.
Knowledge and expertise in public health, and the diagnosis and treatment of individuals.
Ability to provide proper patient care and adhere to protocols.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced correctional healthcare environment.
Maintain positive, collaborative working relationships with leadership, staff, patients, the public and external partners.
Ability to work independently and in a team.
Possess strong judgment, discretion, high level of confidentiality, flexibility and integrity.
Ability to quickly assess medical emergencies and implement appropriate interventions effectively and calmly.
Strong decision-making skills in high-pressure situations, balancing medical care with security concerns.
Strong attention to detail, follow-up and timely completion of assigned tasks.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Requirements
Minimum Education and/or Experience Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited nursing school program
Two (2) or more years of nursing experience in a clinical/medical setting OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.
Required Certifications and Licenses
Must have and maintain current RN licensure within the State of Georgia
Must have or attain a BLS Certification prior to the first day of employment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a correctional facility
Special Requirements: This position will be subject to a background check.
ADA Statement
In accordance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA), FirstClass Healthcare provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, unless doing so would cause undue hardship on the company. Please contact the Human Resources department with any accommodation questions or requests in writing at [email protected].
Physical and Mental Demands
This position requires the physical and mental ability to perform essential job functions, including frequent standing, walking, sitting, lifting, bending, pushing, pushing, twisting, kneeling, crouching, grasping, and repetitive motion. Must be able to seize, hold, grasp, turn or otherwise work with your hands. Must be able to perform repetitive tasks, such as typing for extended periods of time, viewing a computer and reading a variety of materials. This role also occasionally requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, or pull objects, with or without reasonable accommodation.
In this position, you must be able to effectively communicate, possess clinical judgment, and respond to emergency or high-stress situations, with or without reasonable accommodation.
This position requires sustained concentration, sound clinical judgment, situational awareness, cognitive flexibility and adaptability, and the ability to remain calm and focused while working in a correctional environment.
Work Environment
Work is performed in a correctional healthcare environment with exposure to noise, communicable diseases, controlled access areas, and unpredictable conditions. Employees must comply with all safety, security, infection control and emergency response protocols. Reasonable accommodation may be provided in accordance with the ADA, provided that it does not present an undue hardship on the company’s operations.
Summary
The Registered Nurse plays a critical role in providing quality patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The nurse also provides patient education to prevent and manage medical conditions and improve the physical and psychosocial well-being of patients. This position will report directly to the Director of Nursing (DON) and Health Services Administrator (HSA).
About Us
FirstClass Healthcare (FCH) is a physician owned and operated Atlanta-based healthcare organization focused on delivering patient-centered care that specializes in treating patients with compassionate care through operational and clinical excellence. FCH is dedicated to providing exceptional care to a population who are most often in their greatest time of need.
Come join our world-class team of professionals to make a difference and be part of our mission, “Delivering Medically-Led Quality Care to People in Jails and Prisons”.
First Class Healthcare Staffing Management, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.