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Correctional Health Nurse I - (Job# 07-2247) APPLY NOW!
$43,052 to $57,404 (Grade S21)
Description
Provides inmates with routine and emergency health care in the
Medical Section of an Adult Detention Facility. Conducts health histories
on newly-admitted inmates. When necessary, makes referrals of inmates to
the staff physician, nurse practitioner, dentist, mental health
professional, or specialist in alcohol and drug abuse treatment.
Determines the need for emergency hospital care. Ensures all medication
is administered in accordance with standard operating procedures and as
ordered by the authorizing authority.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to
graduation from a school of nursing in a licensed practical nursing
program plus one year of full-time experience providing hands-on health
care.
Special Requirements
Possession of a current, valid license to work as a Practical Nurse
in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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Correctional Health Nurse II - (Job# 07-2249) APPLY NOW!
$47,217 to $62,955 (Grade S23)
Description
Provides inmates with routine and emergency health care in the
Medical Section of the Adult Detention Facility. Serves as an assistant
team supervisor and assists with the supervision of subordinate medical
personnel and guides them in matters of policy, procedures, protocol, and
discipline. Serves as the medical team training officer. Directs and
administers routine and emergency inmate health care. Guides, counsels,
directs and treats inmates with medical concerns and conditions and
performs related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to
graduation from a four-year college or university accredited by the
National League for Nursing, with a bachelor's degree in nursing; plus
one year of full time experience providing hands-on health care.
Special Requirements
Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in
the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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Correctional Health Nurse III - (Job# 07-9029) APPLY NOW!
$52,013 to $69,351 (Grade S25)
Description
Position is located in the Medical Section of the Adult Detention
Facility. As the team supervisor, counsels, guides, directs, and
supervises subordinates in the administration of appropriate and
effective inmate health care, and participates in the development of
procedures for delivery of health care. Oversees and administers routine
and emergency health care to inmates. Ensures that subordinates adhere to
agency operating procedures and health care standards. Ensures adequate
staff coverage for all medical work stations. Ensures medications are
properly received, stored, distributed, administered, and documented.
Ensures that proper protective equipment is worn and used by staff, and
oversees the proper disposal and destruction of soiled or contaminated
clothing and equipment. Evaluates the work performance of subordinates.
Serves as a liaison with community and family members.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to
graduation from a four-year college or university accredited by the
National League for Nursing with a bachelor's degree in nursing; plus two
years of experience as a Registered Nurse, including six months of
supervisory experience.
Special Requirements
Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in
the Commonwealth of Virginia. Prior to appointment, must complete a
criminal background check, a polygraph examination, and a psychological
examination to the satisfaction of employer. Must undergo a medical
screening prior to starting work.
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