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0-5 years of experience
Conducted triage care for inmates to determine direction of medical treatment. Provided medical treatment and personal care services.
- Dressed wounds and removed staples or stitches.
- Observed patients and reported adverse reactions to medication or treatment to medical personnel.
- Administered monthly injections to inmates with cancer.
- Monitored and administered medication to inmates on suicide watch.
- Collected samples, such as urine, and blood from patients for testing. Also, started IV's.
0-5 years of experience
Collaborated with primary care providers to ensure continuity, timeliness and appropriateness of care for all inmates.
- Coordinated and administered medication, therapeutic agents and treatments to inmates.
- Provided emergency first aid care, check and recorded all vital signs.
- Overseen special pods of diabetics, mental health and prenatal.
- Obtained specimens from inmates for diagnostic testing.
- Recorded all care information concisely, accurately and completely in a timely manner in the appropriate format.
- Promoted a therapeutic environment to ensure inmates were treated in a professional, ethical and tactful manner.
0-5 years of experience
Provided care to an all-women's inmate facility
- Accomplished interventions, assessments and administered medications to inmates
- Educated inmates about primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention screenings
- Accomplished interventions and assessments for surgical patients
- Prioritized tasks
- Assessed patients based on type of surgery to evaluate complications versus expected outcomes
0-5 years of experience
Collaborated with medical personnel to oversee medical concerns of a correctional facility housing over 1,000 inmates.
- Administered medications, subcutaneous injections (PPDs and insulin), IM injections (Tetanus, Bicillin), flu vaccines, while maintaining medical records on the MAR.
- Scheduled and administered EKGs to inmates and interpreted abnormal rhythms to physicians as needed.
- Answered inmate questions concerning blood sugar, blood pressure, breathing treatments, medications, and responded to emergencies at inmate's dormitory rooms a while returning issues to the ER as necessary.
0-5 years of experience
Provided nursing services, treatments and diagnostic and preventative procedures appropriate for inmate care and safety.
- Administered prescribed medications.
- Instructed inmates concerning discharge planning.
- Instructed and supervised correctional staff regarding inmate health care and needs.
- Maintained accurate medical records.
- Provided emergency first aid care and wound care.
- Provided healthcare education for both inmates and correctional staff.
0-5 years of experience
- Provided nursing assessments and interventions including: medical, dental and psychiatric screening
- Obtained health history, conducted drug and alcohol withdrawal assessments
- Administered medications, collected specimens, monitored and documented treatment progress and patient response on over 60 patients each shift
- Performed medical care for emergencies and prioritized care based on acuity
0-5 years of experience
Organized admission and discharge procedure
- Completed physical assessment of patient, educated patient on their health status
- Distributed medicine to inmates in the cell house, inserted IV lines, drew blood for work up and administered IV medications and blood transfusions
- Performed wound care
- Functioned as an emergency room nurse at the [company name] Infirmary.
- Served as a night supervisor
0-5 years of experience
Provided compassionate medical surgical evaluation and case management of the women inmates as a sick-call nurse
- Managed culturally appropriate health assessments and care planning for all female inmates, who presented with complaints of all types of medical surgical illnesses.
- Provide Education on disease processes, medical-surgical procedures and other aspects of therapeutic regimens, including medication, crisis intervention, triage, patient advocacy, Ob-gyn assessments, and pain management techniques.
- Participated in the integration of clinical, human, financial, within security resources to enhance and complete the decision making process.
- Managed leadership in coordination of multidisciplinary health care for integrated delivery of patient care services.
0-5 years of experience
Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards, including but not limited to, creating and improving medical protocols/guidelines.
- Assessed patients in active withdrawal and provided interventions to manage withdrawal symptoms.
- Provided education to patients on: detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Organize, update, and maintain 100 patient charts and confidential files.
0-5 years of experience
Provided safe nursing care for inmates with various medical conditions.
- Administered medications, performed assessments, treatments and patient teaching.
- Documented and maintained medical records.
- Reported significant changes to attending physician and or lead nurse.
6-10 years of experience
Coordinated and distributed medication to inmates
- Assisted RN and MD in providing infirmary medical services
- Educated and treated all who required skin care and wound care procedures
- Responded to medical emergencies
- Assisted RN with intake processing of inmates
- Prepared and helped maintain pharmacy for inspections
0-5 years of experience
Worked independently as the only healthcare personnel in a prison facility.
- Collaborated with security staff and other disciplines within a complex environment.
- Managed sick call.
- Assessed new inmates, helped to manage chronic diseases, and intervened appropriately to acute illnesses. Admitted inmates to the hospital as needed.
- Maintained professional boundaries with inmates who were at times manipulative.
- Managed patients with drug overdose/DTs, mental illness, and respiratory illnesses.
0-5 years of experience
Fulfilled patient treatment needs
- Admissions assessments of inmates
- Health Assessment/Screening for inmate sick calls
- Interpreted orders prescribed by NP/MD and medication administration; knowledge of satellite pharmacy ordering
- Responded to emergencies and provided first aid
- Monitored and recorded vital signs
0-5 years of experience
Provide compassionate care without judgement while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Responsible for administering medication during evening four hour medication pass. Experience in providing patient education, working in a fast paced environment, and answering any questions the patient's may have.
- Responsible for routine blood pressure and blood sugar checks, and insulin injections.
- Experience using CorrecTek EMR software.
- Responsible for handling unit calls and attending emergency codes in a calm and efficient manner.
- Experience in recognizing detox signs/symptoms and to notifying RN charge nurse when patient could need relocation to medical observation unit.
0-5 years of experience
Conducted physical assessments of inmates with scheduled health care appointments in an outpatient clinic setting and treated them within guidelines, policies and procedures. Scheduled inmates for physicians appointments based on assessment findings.
- Completed intake assessments on inmates new to G. Robert Cotton Facility. Scheduled physician appointments based on assessment findings.
- Completed Annual Health Assessments of inmates housing at G. Robert Cotton Facility. Scheduled physician appointments based on assessment findings.
- Completed assessments of inmates on an urgent/emergent basis. Assessed inmates status and provided care based on emergent need. Referred inmate to appropriate health care setting and physician as assessment deemed necessary.
- Responded to inmate emergencies throughout the prison, stabilized the inmate and referred/transferred the inmate to the appropriate health care setting.
- Completed inmate assessments post hospitalization and specialist appointments and scheduled follow-up appointments with facility physicians as deemed necessary and assured the inmate's continuity of care and appropriate medication regime are followed.
6-10 years of experience
Delivery of managed medical care and treatment, utilizing an on-call Physician, specialty Physicians, hospitals and diagnostic testing services
- Developed policies and procedures, provided in-service training in continuing education programs for personnel
- Responsible for inmate and staff TB testing and for all medical records
- Phlebotomy for lab orders and DNA testing when necessary
- HIV pre and post test counseling
0-5 years of experience
Run medical and gynecology outpatient clinics.
- Educate inmates on proper care of themselves with chronic diseases.
- Work in medical inpatient unit caring for between 4 & 18 patients.
- Run the hospice program comprised of 9 inmate volunteers.
- Assist in supervising 4 CNA inmates, evaluations and training.
- Respond to medical emergencies of inmates on the compound, triage weather to activate 911 or treatment can be at the facility.
- Specialized in the nursing care of patients with chemical dependency.
0-5 years of experience
Perform medical, drug, alcohol and mental health assessments.
- Establish nursing diagnoses, plan for treatment, implemented care and evaluated care.
- Provide acute trauma and chronic condition care for inmates and staff.
- Supervision of LPNs and CNAs.
0-5 years of experience
Ensures therapeutic agents, restorative measures, administration of medication, and disease prevention as directed by the physician.
- Assists all physicians with minor surgical/medical procedures.
- Excellent management of independent actions with ensured professional and legal limits.
- Reports reactions to treatments and medications and changes in the inmates' emotional and physical condition to Health Care Provider.
- Responds to emergencies and provides care.
- Provides indirect and direct nursing care to all the inmates.
0-5 years of experience
Complete intake assessments and obtain vital signs; document and input into jail administration system.
- Provide quality care during Nurse Sick Call - assessments can be completed under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
- Triage Inmate Request for Services in a timely manner with final approval from a Registered Nurse.
- Medication administration, Respond to medical emergencies, and assist providers with medical treatment.
- Conduct Diabetic, TB, and STD Clinic as well as health education classes.
- Medication verification - to validate medication prior to incarceration.
- Collaborate with mental health clinicians pertaining to the mental health of patients/inmates.
0-5 years of experience
- Scheduled appointments and follow-ups.
- Liaison between hospital and the primary care physician.
- Ordered, dispensed and recorded of medication.
- Assessed medical complaints of inmates and made necessary referral to medical doctors.
- Made assessments of all new and current inmates'.
- Maintained annual assessments records.
0-5 years of experience
Applied dressings and bandages
- Administered medications to patients (tablets, capsules, injections, inhalers, breathing treatments)
- Monitored reactions of medications
- Counted controlled substances, syringes, needles and sharps at the beginning of each shift with another staff member and sign count logs
- Implemented individualized treatment programs as directed by the Healthcare Practitioner
- Under supervision of a RN assisted in the assessment of the physical, psychological, and social dimensions of patients in the Health Care Unit and or housing units
- Assisted in planning individual treatment program by using available resources in planning care and consulting with RN and other staff as appropriate while applying knowledge and resources in planning care and patient teaching
- Implemented clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with policies, procedures and protocols
- Responded to codes or health emergencies within standard guidelines
- Arranged for care and medications of discharged patients
0-5 years of experience
Provide emergency and non-emergency medical care for approx. 1600 inmates
- Medical Care responsibilities include: administering medication, diabetic treatments, asthmatic breathing treatments, TB and hepatitis injections, and treatment and dressing of wounds.
- Ensure proper ordering of medications from pharmacy
- Maintain and file inmate medical records
- Execute physician orders from medical records
- Collect medical history on new inmates
- CPR certified- recertification February 2006
0-5 years of experience
Provided direct patient care services in accordance with legal and ethical standards.
- Hands-on experience in assisting registered nurses, doctors and related health professionals with examinations, treatments, particular tests and regular procedures.
- Administered nursing care to inmates in the institution and clinic.
- Extended ability to work in high stress situations.
- Interpret physician orders to patients and administer prescribed medications
0-5 years of experience
- Provided direct nursing care and medication administration to incarcerated individuals.
- Evaluated and treated inmate with complaints of illness per physician protocol.
- Obtain specimens for laboratory testing.
- Assist in maintaining inmate's medical records.
0-5 years of experience
- Provided patient care in the jail setting.
- Skills included pt. assessments, medication administration. Care for pts. with diabetes, hypertension, mental illness, and wound care.
- Collaborated with physician to formulate, implement and modify a Plan of Care for inmates.
0-5 years of experience
Review all medications; order max-out meds in the middle of each month so they are ready for the 1st of month max-outs.
- Administer & document medications as ordered by MD on appropriate SCDC form(s).
- Conduct health screenings during routine sick call and treat according to SCDC standing orders or make appropriate MD referral.
- Assess the needs of inmates and employees during emergencies. Treat/make appropriate referrals as needed.
0-5 years of experience
Correctional Nurse performs professional nursing services to arrestees/prisoners in City jails include the following: utilizing protocols in the provision of care.
- Assisting the medical staff with patient evaluations and treatment; performing phlebotomy for forensic purposes; independently obtaining patient histories and performing patient assessments; performing focused physical examinations; performing diagnostic testing such as EKGs and urinalysis; providing emergency care and performing CPR.
- Conducting sick call rounds; assisting with procedures; creating and maintaining medical records; collecting and documenting work statistics
- Testifying in court proceedings.
- Direct or coordinate infection control programs, advising or consulting with specified personnel about necessary precautions.
- Provide to supervisors oral and written reports of the quality and quantity of work performed by inmates, inmate disturbances and rule violations, and unusual occurrences.
0-5 years of experience
Supervise other staff members and their assignments
- Provide patient-centered care in a correctional setting: administer medications and vaccinations, perform wound care and breathing treatments, and respond to emergencies
- Interpret ECG strips
- Collect blood and other specimens
- Prepare patients for transfer to other institutions or hospitals
- Assist physicians and nurse practitioner with medical procedures
0-5 years of experience
Collaborate with primary care providers to ensure continuity, timeliness and appropriateness of care to inmate patients.
- Coordinate and/or administers medication, therapeutic agents, treatments, to inmate patients
- Assist physicians with medical treatments
- Administer prescribed medication
- Apply surgical dressings & bandages
- Provide emergency first aid care
- Check & record vital signs
- Obtain specimens from inmate patients for diagnostic testing
- Report reactions to treatments and medications, as well as changes in the inmates' emotional or physical condition.
- Provides inmate patient education and/or discharge planning
6-10 years of experience
Intake screenings (i.e. obtain medical and mental health history, medication verification, PPD testing, obtaining MD orders for continuity of care during incarceration)
- Administering emergency medical serves as needed
- Assisting MD with medical rounds
- Preparing, applying, and changing simple and complicated dressings
- Interpret physician orders and administer prescribed medication
- Evaluate and assess all Inmate health service request
- Assist with drug and supply orders
- Screening for suicide prevention and awareness
6-10 years of experience
Intake screenings (i.e. obtain medical and mental health history, medication verification, PPD testing, obtaining MD orders for continuity of care during incarceration)
- Administering emergency medical serves as needed
- Assisting MD with medical rounds
- Preparing, applying, and changing simple and complicated dressings
- Interpret physician orders and administer prescribed medication
- Evaluate and assess all Inmate health service request
- Assist with drug and supply orders
- Screening for suicide prevention and awareness
0-5 years of experience
Advantage On Call
- Administer medications and skin treatments
- Follow facility's policy and procedures and carry out Doctor's Orders
- Did Nurse sick calls and assessments on inmates
- Acting Charge Nurse as needed for second shift
- 13 Week Travel Nurse Contract at [company name]
0-5 years of experience
Outpatient nursing care to 1200 inmates, male & female
- Minor to Emergent nursing care
- Medication administration
- Patient teaching
- Chronic Disease Care-Diabetes, HTN, Asthma, Sickle Cell Disease, Hep C, HIV
- Wound Care-MRSA very prevalent in this environment
0-5 years of experience
- Outpatient nursing care to 1200 inmates, male & female
- Minor to Emergent nursing care
- Medication administration
- Patient teaching
- Chronic Disease Care-Diabetes, HTN, Asthma, Sickle Cell Disease, Hep C, HIV
- Wound Care-MRSA very prevalent in this environment
0-5 years of experience
Assessing inmate-patients physical & mental
- Administering medications and treatments encouraging compliance
- Responding to medical emergencies, triaging, evaluating and scheduling initial and follow up appointments.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary team members on inmate-patient treatment.
- Educating inmate-patients, on medical treatment compliance
- Intake screenings and Release discharges
- Overseeing inmate-patient treatment to promote the highest level of optimum treatment outcome.
- Mental and psychosocial functioning examinations screenings and assessments.
0-5 years of experience
- Perform patient assessments and obtain medical history on incoming inmates.
- Appropriately assess and address all areas of well being including physical, mental and dental needs.
- Efficiently and effectively provide inmates with preventative and maintenance healthcare services.
- Put into practice safe infectious disease treatment.
- Complete emergency medicine services as mandated by a jail population of over 300 inmates.
0-5 years of experience
Leading "Sick Call" clinics in correctional setting
- Supervision of LPNs/EMT/Med Techs
- Monitoring & documentation regarding court-mandated care for HIV+ inmates
- Assessment & stabilization of trauma and emergent illnesses for inmates and correctional staff
- Medication administration
- Participated in education sessions for inmates with chronic diseases
0-5 years of experience
Prepared/administered heavy daily AM, PM or PRN medicationsfor patients.
- Operated emergency room on daily basic; dressing change, injection, assist physician with surgical procedures, SOAP charting.
- Performed total care for patient with bed ridden, terminal illness and GI feeding.
- Worked independently as first responses to assist with emergency situation within the institution include patients and staffs.
0-5 years of experience
Provide nursing care in a fast paced setting
- Respond to medical / psych emergencies
- Communicating with the medical doctor and carrying out orders
- Blood drawls/IM injections
- Medication administration to 300+ patients
- Mental health assessments and following protocols
0-5 years of experience
Assist incoming inmates
- Performed physicals and assessment
- Pass Medications, Implement Dr's orders
- Responsible for triaging sick calls along with patient teaching and education
0-5 years of experience
Healthcare provider for all inmates providing routine care including health assessments, chronic care, annual health screens, immunizations, urgent/emergent care and discharge/parole education.
- Provide patient education regarding medical conditions and medications.
- Creates nursing care plans and follows physicians care plans.
- Completes blood draws and all labs to be sent out.
- Noting physician orders and plans and updating MARs.
- Use of electronic medical records and hard copy records.
- Keeps area safe and secure with daily shift counts of critical tools.
- Administration of medications including insulin and injections.
- Wound care and dressing changes.
- Assists physician with onsite procedures/surgeries.
- Performs EKGs and blood pressure checks.
0-5 years of experience
Administer medication
- Wound care (cleaning and bandaging injured areas)
- Give injections of medication
- Enter information into computer systems
- Manage IV's
- Monitor fluid intake and output
0-5 years of experience
Administer medications to inmates
- Perform acute wound care, stabilize critically injured inmates for transfer to local ER
- Assist MD and Psychiatric CNP in clinic with inmates
- Maintain accurate health records on all visits with inmates and medication logs
0-5 years of experience
- Worked as lead RN for a 300 inmate capacity jail providing nursing care for incarcerated individuals, supervising LVNs and in charge of day to day medical operations in Stanislaus County.
- Completed intake assessments, alcohol and drug withdrawal protocols, sick calls, TB assessments, flu shot clinics, wound care, diabetic treatments and monitor other health complaints.
- In charge of generating quality reports, maintain IMQ standards and Title 15 compliance, teaching other staff members’ methods of data collection for quality assurance, make new quality assurance audits and implement corrective action plans.
- Worked with custody staff to ensure and promote safe work environment
0-5 years of experience
Provide clinical & acute care for 500+ patients/staff
- Physical assessment & triage of new patients
- Acute mental health assessment & responder
- Acute patient (substance-ETOH & Drugs) triage & responder
- Clinical, dental & psychiatric referral coordination
- Administer & prepare medication & immunization
- Developed & implement medical electronic charting data system
- Utilization nurse-chronic illnesses referral management with the civil sector
- Documentation-Narcotics medication & Sharps count; Daily DM records
- Provide assistance to patients for referral & coordination
0-5 years of experience
- Independently implement nursing process.
- Medications and Treatments.
- Carry out physicians orders.
- Monitor and ensure quality care.
- Report on physiological and mental health status changes on inmates and document.
- Distribute controlled drugs and insure their security.
0-5 years of experience
- Responsible for admission of new patients in the Dallas county jail Infirmary.
- Responded to emergency situations
- Administered Medications as prescribed by physician
- Responsible for wound care as well as total patient care.
0-5 years of experience
- Medication administration to inmates.
- Run daily clinic to include phlebotomy, centrifuge, wound cultures, TB culture and testing, emergency treatments, methadone administration, vaccinations etc.
- Inmate intake to include full physicals, EKG, HIV counseling
0-5 years of experience
- Patient education
- Medication administration and documentation
- Monitor and reports patients progress and responses to medical treatments
- Triage medical concerns and follow procedures protocols
- Respond to medical emergencies
- Monitoring medical supplies
- Maintaining proper safety measures
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