REGISTERED NURSE (RN)

Company: GEO Secure Services
Location: Aurora
Posted on: June 21, 2022

Job Description:

Facility: -AURORA ICE PROCESSING CENTERSalary: -$36.67 hr.Bonus (if applicable): -H&W: $4.23 hr. This position is eligible to receive a Health & Welfare Benefit Rate per hour on all hours paid up to 40 hours per week and not to exceed 2,080 hours per year.Shift: Benefits: Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package for an energized workforce with options for you and your family including:--- Paid time off ------------------------ Paid holidays------------------------------ 401(k) --- 401(k) matching ------------------ Health Insurance ------------------------ Dental Insurance--- Vision Insurance --------------- ---- Life Insurance ------------------------------ Flexible spending account--- Health savings account ------ ---- Tuition Reimbursement --------------- Reduced tuition rates--- Employee discount --------------- Employee assistance program------ Pet insurance--- Disability Insurance --------- ---- Paid training ------------------------------- Other benefits availableEqual Opportunity Employer.Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. -By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation. -Who We Are: -GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes. -Why Work for GEO: -

• At GEO, we believe that diversity in our workforce and the inclusion of a variety of views, perspectives, and backgrounds are integral parts of our company's success.
• We believe that work is more than a place you go every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things. -
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.Job -Summary: -Initiates and provides comprehensive nursing care in a correctional setting while observing and maintaining the requirements of operational security.Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  • Performs a complete physical assessment and medical history as required on each detainee/inmate entering the correctional system. Medical problems are referred to the physician for extended evaluation.
  • Assists physician with sick call by screening patients and minor surgical procedures. Treats detainees/inmates with problems within professional capabilities and refers other medical problems to the appropriate physician.
  • Ensures the implementation of physician's orders. Ensures that prescribed medications are administered as ordered using the formulary. -Applies knowledge of drugs and therapeutics in dispensing medication.
  • Makes observation rounds on patients, and records in progress notes. Evaluates symptoms, reactions, and progress of patients on periodic basis, charts, and reports problems to management.
  • Maintains security while dispensing medications and is continually cognizant of the potential hazard of drug hoarding and trafficking among detainees/inmates. Maintains non-involvement in the security aspects of care.
  • Destroys and properly disposes of all needles/syringes.
  • Prepares regularly scheduled reports and special reports as necessary.
  • Maintains compliance with industry and company policies for accreditation.
  • Documents all detainee/inmate contacts. Maintains confidentiality of medical records.
  • Coordinates Chronic Disease Clinic scheduling.
  • Supervises the work flow of the LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) staff. Provides input into performance evaluation.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.Job Requirements: -Minimum Requirements
    • Associate's or Bachelor's degree from a NLN (National League of Nurses) approved program; graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Must have a current, unrestricted license to practice as Registered Nurse in the state the facility is located. Maintains a current copy of license on file at the facility at all times.
    • Two (2) years of direct work experience preferred.
    • Must possess competence in the performance of the following services: crisis intervention, medical emergencies, physical assessment, medical nursing care, and psychiatric nursing care.
    • Must have the ability to work without direct, immediate supervision in performing nursing diagnosis, and be able provide appropriate follow through treatment.
    • Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.
    • Must be a U.S. Citizen.Benefits:
      • Health & Welfare hourly supplement of $4.23/hr. up to 40 hrs./week for hourly employees -
      • Paid vacation and sick leave
      • Paid holidays
      • Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
      • Life insurance plans
      • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
      • Short- and long-term disability
      • Flexible spending accounts
      • 401(k) retirement program with company match
      • Stock purchase program
      • Tuition reimbursement program
      • Pet insurance
      • Night differential pay +$4.00/hr.
      • Weekend night differential pay +$5.00/hr.

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