Jail Nurse RN or LPN
Burleigh County - Vacancy Announcement
Job title: Jail Nurse - RN/LPN Location: Bismarck, ND Terms: Full-time / Nonexempt / Full Benefits Salary: $60,444.80 - $67,080.00 RN - Grade 9 $52,790.40 - $58,593.60 LPN - Grade 7 Application Deadline: June 13, 2023 About Burleigh County: Burleigh County is a county in the state of North Dakota. As of the 2020 United States Census, the population was 95,262 making it the second-most populous county in North Dakota. Its county seat is Bismarck, the state capital. Under supervision of the Jail Nurse Supervisor, performs nursing care to jail inmates at the Detention Center. Is responsible for compliance with all current and future state, federal, and local laws and regulations. About the role: | |
Responsibilities: | This position will be a rotating schedule, including days, evenings, and weekends. No overnight shifts required. 1. Perform sick call duties on a daily basis. 2. Perform medication passes. 3. Ability to interact with high-risk inmates within the Detention Center on a one-on-one basis with no Detention officer present. 4. Conduct health assessments, lab draws and communicable disease screenings. 5. Provides nursing services, treatments and diagnostic and preventive procedures appropriate for inmate care and safety; interprets physicians' orders; administers prescribed medication; applies surgical dressings and bandages; provides emergency first aid care; checks and records vital signs; instructs inmates concerning discharge planning; observes signs and symptoms during sick call; reports reactions to treatments and medications as well as changes in the inmates' emotional or physical condition 6. Under the supervision of the Jail Nurse Supervisor directs and guides patient teaching and activities that commensurate with his/her education and demonstrated competencies. 7. Serving as a liaison with medical providers to schedule outside medical appointments regarding the medical care of the inmate populations. 8. Assisting in the tracking of equipment and supply needs. 9. Maintains accurate medical records of inmates in the Detention Center. 10. Respond to emergencies throughout the facility; injury and illness; performs CPR when needed. 11. Perform crisis intervention functions, suicide prevention, recognizing abnormal behavior and taking appropriate action. 12. Refer to or consult with other health providers in person and on the phone. 13. Notify supervisor and complete written report for any medical or security incidents. |
Candidate Requirements: | * * * | Must be U S Citizen, 18 years of age or older; high school graduate or GED certified. Graduation from an Accredited School of Nursing. Preference to those who have nursing experience in a correctional facility. |
* | Must have a current ND RN/LPN unencumbered License or the ability to obtain a ND RN/LPN license within 60 days of hire. | |
* | Must possess a valid driver's license. |
How to Apply:
- Applicants must apply and register at the following website: http://www.burleighco.com/jobs/
- Applicants must also provide:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Three (3) professional references
- Unofficial transcripts
- Copy of Nursing license or license number
- Applications and all supporting material must be received in the Burleigh County Human Resources office by the deadline listed.
- We only accept applications online for vacant positions that are listed on our website.
Veteran's preference: Applicants who are residents of North Dakota and eligible to claim veteran's preference must include Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preferences must also include Form DD214 and a letter less than one year old from the Department of Veterans Affairs indicating disability; claims for preference as the eligible spouse of a disabled or deceased veteran must include Form DD214, a marriage certificate, and a letter less than one year old from Dept. of Veteran's Affairs indicating disability, or the veteran's death certificate.
People who may need additional job information or may require accommodation or assistance with the application or interview process should contact Burleigh County Human Resources at 701-222-6669.
A complete job description is available from the Burleigh County Human Resources Office.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The employing agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.