Registered Nurse (RN)

About the Role

NaphCare is hiring Full Time Night Shift Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide healthcare for individuals incarcerated in the Jacksonville Pre-Trial Detention Facility. You will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals in a controlled environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing initial health screenings and physical assessments of newly detained individuals.
• Monitoring and documenting patient health, including vital signs and medical histories.
• Providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services.
• Managing acute and chronic conditions.
• Responding to medical emergencies, providing first aid, and ensuring timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities.
• Educating patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention.
• Adhering to correctional facility security protocols and working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and reporting relevant information.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within Florida.
• Active BLS CPR Certification (AHA required).
• Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety standards.
• Knowledge of infectious disease management.
• Knowledge of applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Flexible schedule and availability to work overtime when needed.
• Integrity, professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct.
• Ability to comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Ability to pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds).
• Ability to bend, squat, reach, push, pull, and walk significant distances.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks like CPR while maintaining good balance and endurance.

Qualifications

• New graduates are encouraged to apply.