Registered Nurse (Pool Nurse)

Registered Nurse (Pool Nurse)

Job Description

Evaluate and respond to youth health concerns; advise youth regarding health treatments procedures
Obtain and process blood, urine or their sample specimens
Monitor, records and report changes in a youth’s vitals or health condition; administer medications to youth
and observe youth for potential adverse medication reactions
Conduct intake health screenings for newly incarcerated youth; provide direct patient and emergency care to
youth; and provide emergency care to staff when necessary
Consult and coordinate youth treatment plans with health services team members; obtain medical files and records
Maintain medical files and records; and ensure medical supplies and equipment are stocked and accounted for
Administer vaccinations; assist with annual tuberculosis (TB) skin tests;
Performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Professional nursing methods and techniques Observing and assessing behavior and progress of patients
Problem-solving
Verbal and written communication
Abide by nursing regulations
Listen, observe, assess and respond to medical emergencies
Evaluate, analyze, make independent decisions
Respond to medical issues/inquiries in a professional manner
Work with professional and non-professional staff to ensure health and safety of residents
Establish and maintain effective work relationships

Requirements:
1+ years RN experience
Must possess an active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in AZ

Preferred:
Corrections Experience preferred.

Notes:
Onsite
Schedule: 5:00am-1:00pm Sunday- Wednesday (8-hour shifts for day shifts), 30-38 Hours Per Week

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.