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Registered Nurse at Black Hawk Co Jail
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$79,772 / year median in Iowa
+8% projected growth
Job Description
NaphCare is hiring Registered Nurses (RNs ) at the Black Hawk County Jail in Waterloo, IA where we manage all aspects of healthcare. Work for a family owned business where nurses thrive! As a Correctional Registered Nurse (RN ), you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged including performing physical assessments, administering medications, managing chronic illnesses, and responding to emergencies. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.
•New grads are encouraged to apply - we'll train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare!
• NaphCare Benefits for
Full-Time Employees Include:
Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one ! Lowest Cost Benefits! Employment Assistance Program (EAP) services 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one! Tuition Assistance Referral bonuses On-site education Free Continuing Education! Term life insurance at no cost to the employee Generous paid time off & paid holidays start day one! NaphCare has a partnership with NetCE that provides CEU/CME for our staff. NetCE uses a rigorous peer review process to ensure that all activities and content are up-to-date. This service streamlines continuing education for all NaphCare Employees to meet state specific requirements for maintaining licensing.
Position Description:
Take and document all patient history and vital signs Assist with daily triage/sick call, minor medical/surgical procedures, patient assessments, examinations and/or treatment Initiate and document prescribed protocol agreement Respond to and initiate care for medical emergencies within the facility Observe and evaluate the performance of the licensed practical/vocational nursing staff We support your growth and internal promotion. Once hired, we encourage our employees to continue to seek opportunities for advancement and leadership. NaphCare is a family owned, medical technology company that has been delivering high quality healthcare to correctional facilities across the nation for over 30 years. Come join our team of over 4000 employees and growing! NaphCare pays well, offers outstanding benefits, and has an incredibly engaged corporate support team to make sure you have what you need to be truly excellent at what you do.