Detention Registered Nurse (Grade 18)
Hiring: Detention Registered Nurse (Grade 18). Remote. US-based candidates only.
Remote Detention Registered Nurse (Grade 18). other. Open to candidates in Yuma, AZ, AZ. Apply now.
About the Role
Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing and a valid unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing (or issued by another state recognized by the Arizona Board of Nursing as a multi-compact license state) OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Nurse program graduates or out-of-state transfers must obtain their licensure by the Arizona State Board of Nursing within two (2) months of being hired.; failure to obtain or maintained required licensure shall be grounds for separation.
Preferred Hands-on history needed: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and two (2) years track record as a Registered Nurse preferably in a Corrections/Detention Center:
Special What we're looking for : Required to successfully complete a background check, polygraph. Drug test prior to appointment; must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Knowledge of: County policies and procedures; Federal. State laws pertaining to health care; Sheriff’s Office detention facility policy and procedures; nursing theories, principles and practices; health sciences including health maintenance, promotion and prevention; principles of health education and counseling; principles of epidemiology; medical instruments and laboratory equipment; community assessment and resources; principles and practices of supervision; required detention and security training.
Skill in: Nursing assessment and diagnosis of physical and psycho-social health needs; applying nursing principles and practices; monitoring and evaluating prisoner’s progress; community principles of health education; exercising initiative and judgment in selecting proper nursing intervention; responding appropriately to emergency situations; preparing complete and accurate reports and records; planning, evaluating. Directing the work of others; dealing impartially with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds; operating computerized technology and job-related software applications.
Ability to: Read, learn, understand, apply and follow rules, regulations, instructions and medical practices and procedures; provide effective nursing services and patient care and in the use of medical equipment utilized; handle and recognize unusual medical, physical or mental conditions of inmates; supervise, lead and delegate tasks; react quickly and effectively to emergency situations; write reports, complete forms, accurate documentation. Compile statistics; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervisor, employees, other agencies and the public, including law enforcement and physicians; follow written and verbal instructions; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; perform the essential functions of the position specifications with or without reasonable accommodation; exercise initiative and independent judgement.
Skills & Tools Mentioned
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Detention Registered Nurse (Grade 18) role remote?
Yes — 100% remote. Work from anywhere in Yuma, AZ, AZ.
Employment type for this Detention Registered Nurse (Grade 18) job?
other. Ideal for remote professionals.
What skills are needed for this Detention Registered Nurse (Grade 18) role?
Key skills include React. These are core to succeeding in this role.
How to apply?
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