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East Point, GA
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Registered Nurse City of East Point, GA - 3.3 East Point, GA Job Details Full-time $77,666 - $120,383 a year 11 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Direct patient care Initial assessment (medical evaluation) Client rights in caregiving Medication pass administration Bachelor's degree Desktop applications Computer skills Patient emergency assistance Medical treatment implementation Full Job Description This position is responsible for providing skilled nursing care to inmates.
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Failure to fully complete both the Work Experience and Education sections may result in your application being denied. To be considered for employment, all required sections must be completed in full. Please do not enter "See Resume" in place of providing the requested information. Major Duties Provides skilled nursing care to inmates. Completes forms and reports. Performs the duties of a patient's advocate. Serves as liaison between co-workers and supervisor; serves as liaison to other departments and outside agencies. Assists Physicians Assistants and Medical Doctors. Performs medical screenings of incoming inmates. Assists in the emergency care and treatment of inmates. Distributes medication to inmates. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field. Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. Possession of or ability to readily obtain state certification as a Registered Nurse. Knowledge Required by the Position Knowledge of all aspects of nursing care. Knowledge of patient care rights. Knowledge of department procedures, policies, and resources. Knowledge of emergency medical response and treatment. Knowledge of medications including dosages and side effects. Skill in the use of computers and other office equipment. Skill in problem solving and decision making. Skill in the assessment of medical conditions. Skill in operating standard office equipment including work related computer applications. Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Health Services Administrator assigns work in terms of very general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include the US Federal Marshals/Justice Department Handbook on Inmate Health Care, State Board of Nursing guidelines, and department and government policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY
The work consists of varied skilled nursing duties. The variety of medical conditions needing treatment contributes to the complexity of the position.
SCOPE AND EFFECT
The purpose of this position is to provide skilled nursing care to inmates. Successful performance results in the delivery of adequate medical care to all inmates.
PERSONAL CONTACTS
Contacts are typically with hospital administrators, doctors, dentists, nurses, inmates, and the general public.
PURPOSE OF CONTACTS
Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and must be able to distinguish between shades of color.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is performed in an office. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks and gloves.
