HCA Solutions is currently seeking qualified candidates for the RN position at SCI Cambridge Springs in PA. Position is 3rd shift – 11p-7a or 1045p-715a and 5 days a week.

JOB OVERVIEW: RN's must be able to perform various duties within the scope of their profession in a State Correctional Facility setting. Correctional nurse will provide nursing care and treatment for inmates and other detainees in the correctional institution.

Role Description

• Resource performs as a charge nurse, staff nurse or an assessment coordinator providing nursing care and treatment services in a Commonwealth facility for individuals with a mental or physical injury or illness, dysfunctional behavior and/or a developmental disability.
• As charge nurse, the resource directs and coordinates the delivery of nursing care and treatment for individuals in patient or resident care and treatment area(s), ward(s), unit(s) or living area(s), usually on the evening or night shift.
• Charge nurses make assessments and decisions in regard to staff utilization and supplies and equipment needs.
• Charge nurse supervises paraprofessional and/or a non-professional nursing direct care personnel assigned to their patient or resident care and treatment area(s), ward(s), unit(s) or living area(s); and ensures that the coordination of services, coverage of services, and maintenance of records is accomplished.
• The assessment coordinator develops, implements, and evaluates individualized nursing care and treatment plans for residents; directs, evaluates and coordinates the delivery of nursing care and treatment with members of the nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams; meets with family and residents to assess residents' condition and completes documentation as required by federal and state regulations.
• The staff nurse is responsible for providing professional nursing care and treatment services in a patient or resident care area; or may be responsible for a nursing specialty care area, such as, infection control or quality assurance/improvement/risk management activities.
• Work assignments are received in the form of oral or written instructions and resources exercise independent judgment in the application of professional nursing practices.
• Work is reviewed and evaluated by a Registered Nurse Supervisor, physician or dentist through observation, review of reports and conferences for quality and adherence to established standards in the application of professional nursing practices.
• Work may be administratively reviewed by another professional supervisor.
• Nurses are expected to be competent in the following areas at a minimum but not limited: airway insertion, first aid, catheter insertion, AED, administering oxygen, IV therapy, heparin lock insertion and irrigation, medication administration, injections, treatments , vital signs, nursing protocols, participating in the plan of care, ambu bag, audiogram testing, medications, tele binocular testing, universal/standard precautions, catheter care, catheter insertion, perineal care, documentation of IV therapy, heparin lock insertion, and irrigation, initiation and care of tubing, care of a heparin well, parenteral management, secondary medications, use of IV infusion pump, use of manual flow regulator, venipuncture, IM, intradermal, subcutaneous injections, dose calculations, inhalers, oral, suppository, topical medication administration, documentation on a Medication Administration Record, Tuberculin testing, accepting and documentation of orders from licensed practitioner, if within the scope of practice, transcription of orders, O2 mask and O2 nasal usage, peak flow meter usage, pulse oximeter usage, respiratory mask usage, suctioning, restraints, specimen collection, ventilator care, o & p collection, urine dip stick, wound culture, ace wrap, anti-embolic hose, arm sling, binders, CPR, evacu chair, isolation, knee immobilizer, K-Pad application, braces, traction, control of hemorrhage, decubitus care, drains, dressing changes, ear irrigation, EKG, enemas, eye irrigation, eye staining, glucometer usage, hoyer lift technique, jejunostom tube-enteral nutrition, K Pad machine, nasogastric/gastrostomy feedings, nasogastric tube insertion, nasogastric tube irrigation, nebulizer treatment, nephrostomy, neurological checks, ostomy care, suture/removal, vaginal douche, sterile technique, wound care, blood pressure, vital signs, venipuncture, tracheostomy care, full body assessments, including mini mental health status exam, assessing and completing a Plan of Care.
• The nurse must function within his/her standards of nursing practice at all times.

Identifies critical situations and notifies the CHCA, nurse supervisor, shift commander, and inmate's next of kin as needed.

• Participates in QA/QI data collection. Directs inmate janitors to ensure cleanliness of the department.
• Orients new employees to DOC policies and procedures of the department and institution.
• Adheres to all policy and procedure related to the security of the institution.
• Maintains security and supervision of medical records, medications, sharps, medical equipment, and keys used in the medical department.
• Completes medical summaries and reports as assigned.
• Monitors medical supply/medication levels and expiration dates and reports needs to the appropriate staff for follow-up.
• Follows pharmacy procedures to obtain and return medications to the contract pharmacy.
• Adheres to all infection control procedures.
• Acts as lead worker as assigned. Performs other assigned duties as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. All RN's working in these positions will work under an assigned manager, who will be available for consultation during regular business hours. All RN's may include non-essential tasks as required, based on the functions and ability of the employee.

DIVERSITY & ETHICS: Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, educates others on the value of diversity while promoting a harassment-free environment in an effort to build a diverse workforce. All employees at Home Care Advantage are to treat all people with respect, while inspiring others by upholding commitments, and organizational values.

• Possession of a current license to practice as a registered nurse issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing; or possession of a non-renewable temporary practice permit issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
• Ability to enter health data for residents into electronic medical records data base.
• Proficient computer skills to include, but not limited to, Microsoft Office products.
• Available for a temporary assignment, up to 6-months.