Travel Interim Nursing Supervisor / RN

Weekly travel b/w NM, TX, CO, WY and must reside in 1 of the states listed.

Position Overview

The Travel Interim Nursing Supervisor is predominantly in charge of managing, training, disciplinary and performance evaluations, and supporting the Nursing/EMS staff in an interim capacity, both short term and long term.

They are responsible for all on-site health care services in the facility, and work closely with Detention Administration to ensure proper communication between the Detention Administrator and CorrHealth staff. This position ensures medical, mental, and ancillary health programs are based on site-specific goals and work within CorrHealth's and the facility's policies and procedures.

This position requires involvement in special projects to include filling in for any and all shifts as facility needs require.

Essential Job Duties

Travels to contracted facilities to fill in for absent HSAs when on vacation or for any unforeseen circumstances

Responsible for orientations, training, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and on-going support of facility Nursing/EMS staff

Accepts on-call status as necessary

Monitors the implementation of the detention facility's procedures and programs

Leads the nursing staff in delivering care to patients and offering quality support to the medical staff

Ensures appropriate licensure, credentialing, and insurance coverage on all medical personnel

Ensures that all patient care plans have the documentation necessary to provide the proper type of care

Works closely with any and all subcontracted services, including pharmacy, lab, x-ray, and specialty providers

Oversees services rendered by contractors and professional staff

Screens all requests for records; approves/disapproves responses as appropriate

Reviews status of patients with serious health problems, ensuring all necessary intervention and treatment is completed

Monitors inmate hospitalization closely to ensure early release when possible

Closely monitors all potential catastrophic illnesses and explores/utilizes appropriate means of limiting CorrHealth's and the facility's liabilities

Oversees utilization of special housing, infirmary beds and outside patient services for appropriateness and quality of services provided

Assists with CQI initiatives, including the development of required training to ensure all counties meet/exceed CQI standards

Completes mock audits and assists facilities in preparation for accreditation (NCCHC, ACA)

Trains and coaches managers, supervisors, and others involved in employee development efforts

Minimum Education/Experience Requirements

Current RN licensure, in good standing; compact licensure required

One year of specialized experience in an administrative, clerical management, or supervisory position in the health care field.

Work must have involved (i) a close working relationship with facility members, (ii) analysis and/or coordination of administrative, clinical, or other service activities, and (iv) provided knowledge of regulations, requirements, and standards across an assortment of supervisory groups in various administrative areas

Three (3) years minimum correctional experience preferred

BSN or Masters in nursing strongly preferred

AED Certification

Additional Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Competencies

Clear and effective verbal and written communication with all coworkers, supervisors, jail administration, and patients

Excellent verbal and written comprehension

Excellent deductive reasoning and problem-solving abilities

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to use a computer and use/learn a variety of software, including site-specific computer programs

Must demonstrate ability to appropriately and safely use standard medical equipment

Ability to respect the dignity and confidentiality of inmates

Employment Requirements

Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc. for this position

Must have current CPR/BLS certification

Must have current TB test (taken within one year)

Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures as well as the policies and procedures listed in the Employee Handbook

Willing to assist coworkers in the job duties and work overtime if required; may act as a resource to other coworkers

Maintains confidentiality, dignity, and security of health records and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA requirements

Security Requirements

Must undergo security training and orientation on facility safety policies and procedures

Physical/Mental Requirements

This position routinely requires (but is not limited to) the following:

Ability to both remain stationary and move/traverse throughout the facility, including up and down flights of stairs

Ability to position oneself in different spaces

Ability to convey and discern information in a conversation, frequently communicate with patients; must be able to exchange accurate information.

Ability to identify and detect objects and assess situations from a variety of distances

Ability to stay calm in stressful and demanding situations

Frequently transports objects up to 50 pounds

Work Environment

Work is performed inside a correctional facility. Employees are exposed to some level of risk and/or harm by inmates, including exposure to blood borne pathogens. Employee is expected to work in accordance with all security rules and regulations to minimize the risk of danger and/or harm to themselves or other employees.

Correctional Nurse / Correctional Healthcare / Correctional Nursing / Corrections / County Corrections / Corrections Nurse / Corrections Healthcare / Correctional Medicine / Forensic Nursing / Jail Nursing

Other

Employee must comply with all current and future State, Federal, and Local laws and regulations, court orders, Administrative Directives and standards and policies and procedures of the site where assigned, including those of professional organizations such as ACA, NCCHC, etc.Employee must treat every other member of the CorrHealth team, all correctional personnel, all inmates and third parties in the facility with the proper dignity and respect.Actions or communications that are inappropriate or degrading will not be tolerated.