Registered Nurse

Title: Registered Nurse

Location: Hartsville, TN

Duration: Full Time

Job Description:

• The successful candidate should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements.
• Apply appropriate nursing skills in the area and treatment of inmates/residents.
• Attend sick calls with the physician to see inmates/residents; prepare a list of inmates/residents to be examined; prepare examining room and equipment.
• Examine and assess new inmates/residents with illnesses or injuries or inmates/residents who become ill or injured; refer inmates/residents to the emergency room or other appropriate healthcare facilities as required by their condition.
• Perform emergency procedures as needed and notify Licensed Independent Providers for treatment orders.
• Provide guidance, supervise and monitor the nursing care provided by licensed vocational/practical nursing staff and non-licensed medical staff.

Requirements:

• Nursing licensure in the state of employment or "compact" multi state licensure. Please list license # and state board.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• One year of professional nursing experience is preferred.