Title:

Correctional Registered Nurse Location:

Somerset, PA 15501

Duration:

6 months to long term contract

Shift:

(FLOAT) They will do six 12 hour shifts and one 8 hour shift in a two week period (80 hours per two weeks). Every other weekend off. Shift will be either 6am to 630pm or 6pm to 630am. The one eight hour shift per two weeks will likely be done from 2pm to 1030pm or 6 am to 2pm. Expect to work the major upcoming holidays.

Minimum Qualifications:

Possess an active Pennsylvania nursing license or a non-renewable temporary practice permit issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. Documented ability to enter health data for residents into electronic medical records. Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office products. Available for temporary assignment up to 6 months.

Description:

Provide nursing care and treatment for inmates and detainees in Commonwealth correctional facilities. Serve as charge nurse, staff nurse, or assessment coordinator.

As charge nurse:

direct and coordinate nursing care, assess staff and equipment needs, supervise paraprofessional/non-professional nursing personnel, and ensure proper service coordination and documentation.

As assessment coordinator:

develop, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care plans, coordinate care with nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams, and meet with residents and families as required.

As staff nurse:

provide professional nursing care, may manage specialty areas (infection control, quality improvement, risk management). Receive assignments via oral or written instructions and exercise independent judgment in applying professional nursing practices. Work is reviewed by RN supervisors, physicians, or dentists for quality and adherence to standards. Required Competencies (includes but not limited to): Airway insertion, CPR, first aid, catheter care/insertion, AED, oxygen administration, IV therapy, heparin lock insertion/irrigation, medication administration (oral, topical, injectable, suppository), vital signs, nursing protocols, ambu bag usage. Audiogram and telebinocular testing, universal/standard precautions, documentation on Medication Administration Records. Tuberculin testing, order transcription, O2 mask/nasal usage, peak flow meter, pulse oximeter, respiratory mask, suctioning, restraints, specimen collection. Ventilator care, urine dipstick, wound culture, anti-embolic hose, arm sling, binders, traction, decubitus care, drains, dressing changes, ear/eye irrigation, enemas, EKG, glucometer usage. -Hoyer lift technique, nasogastric/gastrostomy tube insertion, irrigation, and feedings, jejunostomy, nebulizer treatment, nephrostomy care, neurological checks, ostomy care, suture removal, vaginal douche, sterile technique, wound care. Blood pressure monitoring, tracheostomy care, full body assessments including mini mental status exam, and development/completion of Plans of Care. Must function within standards of nursing practice at all times. About our

Company:

- 22nd Century Technologies Inc., (TSCTI) is one the fastest growing healthcare staffing companies in the United States. With presence in all 50 States and 6000+ employees nationwide, we have been providing unparallel healthcare and technology staffing services to Public and Private sectors for over 26 years. Started as a technology staffing company in 1997, we have significantly expanded our healthcare practice to both Clinical and Non-Clinical staffing, serving various facilities, healthcare organizations and government agencies. Our ISO certified staffing practices and technology driven staffing procedures - from recruitment to onboarding, along with an internal pre-vetted resume database of healthcare professionals, enable us to serve our customers with their immediate staffing needs. TSCTI has extensive experience providing Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists and other Allied Health professionals to various states - California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Vermont, Virginia to name a few, and Our valued relationships with employees as well as commitment to meet and exceed clients' expectations through our exemplary employees proves our competency in today's healthcare staffing industry. Recognized among "Best Company to Work For" by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients' expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.