Purpose of this Position:
Working in concert with corrections designated staff, Jail Medical Director and the Public Health Administrator, this position will perform and provide basic medical services to the inmate population. The Corrections Nurse will perform assessments and assist medical provider with procedures and prescribed medical treatments, screen patients and assist in presenting their health concerns/issues to provider, provide medical in-service training for corrections staff, manage medical records as well as medical supplies inventory, oversee corrections staff in proper medication administration procedures, as well as perform training of corrections staff related to medical care and needs of the inmate population.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: This position will work under the general supervision of the Public Health Administrator with oversight from the Jail Medical Director who periodically reviews work for adherence to the appropriate policies and for results obtained.
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