REGISTERED NURSE Job at Seminole County Sheriff's Office
This position involves highly specialized work providing professional nursing care to persons incarcerated in the John E. Polk Correctional Facility.
Pre-screen questionnaires must be submitted before the closing date of May 5, 2023.
Note: Listed functions, duties, responsibilities and skills is not intended to be all-inclusive and the employer reserves the right to assign additional responsibilities as deemed necessary for the operational efficiency of the Sheriff's Office.
Assesses and evaluates the condition of injured and ill inmates and employs necessary first aid measures in emergency situations within the scope of practice and licensure.
Conducts physical assessments on inmates in accordance with medical protocol.
Delegates and oversees all clinical care delivery methods and escalates to charge nurse or clinical manager when applicable.
Nursing practice reflects the application of knowledge and skills pertaining to all diagnoses, procedures, medications, complications, and equipment associated with unit patient population.
Supervises LPNs, CNAs, MAs on assigned shifts.
Reviews physician transcription, lab results, and medication rosters to ensure prescribed treatments are administered. Administers medications as required. Documents encounters in the medical record using the approved SOAPE format.
Logs use of medical supplies including administered medications, needles, syringes, keys, and medical instruments. Maintains drug, narcotic, and sharps counts in accordance with division policies and procedures.
Attends to inmate medical needs for those housed in the infirmary.
Prepares, maintains, and files medical documents as needed.
May be assigned special projects as required.
Performs other duties as assigned or as may be necessary for the efficient and effective performance of the position functions.
- High School Diploma/GED
- Must possess and maintain a State of Florida license as a Registered Nurse
- Must possess and maintain current licensure and CPR card, OSHA updates and CEU certification, as required for licensure
- Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License
Regular and prompt attendance is mandatory in the performance of an employee's duties for this position, to include scheduled work hours, and required training activities, calls for mandatory overtime needs and calls for service during times of an emergency.
Knowledge of advanced nursing methods and practices including public health and communicable diseases.
Ability to demonstrate ethical and professional behavior. Ability to solve problems. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to follow instructions. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with superiors and the medical community. Ability to lift at least twenty-five pounds in the performance of daily duties.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work environment for this position is within the confines of the John E. Polk Correctional Facility. This position has direct contact with inmates. The position is assigned to a day or night shift with rotating days off.
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIREMENTS
Mobility-Some sedentary work and some standing and walking; constant use of a computer
Lifting-Able to lift at least 25 pounds without assistance
Visual-Constant overall vision; constant eye-hand coordination; frequent reading/close-up work
Dexterity-Frequent repetitive motion and reaching
Emotional/Psychological -Potential contact with hostile individuals; direct inmate contact, exposure to emergency situations; may be exposed to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact; decision-making and concentration
Special Requirements- Ability to behave respectably and with utmost integrity even when off duty. May be required to respond for any critical incident, manmade or natural. Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime
The background investigation process may take 3-6 months depending upon the complexity of the applicant's background. Applicants selected for employment will be provided a conditional offer and required to submit to a medical examination with drug screening.
Candidates must also comply with the Agency’s current Tattoo and Body Ornamentation Policy. A copy of General Order 28 - Dress and Appearance can be accessed here . An applicant’s tattoos and body ornamentation must be disclosed at the time of application and will be documented as part of the agency’s review process, even if otherwise meeting the Agency’s policy.
Applicants not selected for employment will receive notification from the Human Resources Division, to include justification based on the following disqualifiers: negative background, failure to meet minimum qualifications as outlined in the specific job description, or any additional information discovered during the interview process. Applicants will be eligible to reapply with the Seminole County Sheriff's Office after one year from date of notification.
Please direct any questions to:
Seminole County Sheriff's Office
Human Resources Division
100 Eslinger Way
Sanford FL 32773
joyjackson@seminolesheriff.org
(407) 665-6499
The Seminole County Sheriff's Office is committed to a diverse work force, is a drug free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly support our military veterans and their families, and encourage them to consider applying to agency job announcements for which they may qualify. Preference-Eligible Applicant service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Additionally, certain Preference-Eligible Applicants may also be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment.
The Seminole County Sheriff's Office offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including:
Health Insurance Plans
Dental Insurance Plans
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Educational Assistance
Deferred Compensation
Medical Flexible Spending Account
Life and Disability Insurance
Veterans' Assistance
Retirement Plans
Wellness Center
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