Corizon Health Hiring for Registered Nurse RN at St Louis, Missouri Full Time

About Corizon Health

Correctional healthcare is not just a job. It’s a calling.

By choosing a career with Corizon Health, you are choosing the opportunity to truly make a difference in the health, well-being, and future of the patients you serve. We take pride in being a pioneer provider of correctional healthcare. As a Corizon Health professional, you have access to the resources and support to enhance your skills, build a solid foundation to reach your career potential, and contribute to the care and well-being of an underserved population. There is no greater calling. Join Corizon Health today and be part of our legacy of innovation and clinical expertise.

Responsibilities

Below is a list of your responsibilities as a Registered Nurse (RN) with Corizon Health:

• Responds to and initiates care for medical emergencies throughout the facility. This includes the ability to perform continuous CPR until properly relieved.

• Administers and documents medications on the Medication Administration Record. Documents all nursing care provided.

• Performs histories and physicals on inmates. Assesses patient health status and refers to appropriate level of healthcare provider. Physically assists Physician in patient examinations and treatments. Implements and follows up on Physician / Dentist verbal and written orders.

• Teaches healthcare information to patients and correctional staff.

• Collects samples, specimens and cultures per Physician orders.

• Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills. Follows security regulations for keys, sharps and controlled medications. Adheres to Universal Precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.

• Performs venipuncture and I.V. therapy.

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

• Other duties as assigned by management

Corizon Benefits (only applicable for full-time positions)

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Life and Disability Insurance

• Generous PTO plan

• 401k with matching funds

• Employee Discount and Rewards Program

• Tuition Assistance

• Continuing Education Reimbursement

Experience & Requirements

• Registered Nurse licensure in state of employment or compact state, license must be in good standing.

• CPR certification.

• Knowledge of specific state laws and regulations governing practice.

• Satisfactory completion of initial and annual clinical competencies to demonstrate clinical aptitude.

• Shift times 7:00am – 3:30pm, 3:00pm – 11:30pm or 11:00pm – 7:30am

A background check, security clearance and drug screening are required for this role.

Corizon Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, Vietnam era veteran, or disabled Veteran status. EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans.

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ID 2021-11033

Job Locations US-MO-St Louis

Category Nursing & Nursing Assistant

Position Type PRN

Shift / Schedule Variable

Location ID 00898