Summary
The Clinical & Correctional Registered Nurse provides direct patient care services in
correctional, outpatient clinical, and other assigned settings. This position is responsible for
ensuring the delivery of effective nursing services while maintaining compliance with applicable
standards of practice, policies, and regulatory requirements.
Job Duties
- Conduct inmate health screenings within 14 days of booking.
- Attend Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) meetings with the Medical Director and Jail Manager.
- Provide medication administration and pass training to correctional staff.
- Respond to inmate medical requests via Home WAV communication system.
- Respond promptly to all calls regarding inmate medical needs.
- Participate in the delivery of general clinical nursing services, including emergent and urgent
care as needed. - Support effective patient flow through comprehensive assessment, treatment, care,
coordination, and patient discharge. - Practice nursing in accordance with current evidence-based standards and applicable nursing
regulations. - Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements, accreditation standards and customer
service expectations related to nursing practice. - Assist in maintaining an organized, cost-effective medical supply inventory.
- Provide nursing services in the Wellness Center and at other assigned locations, including the
Tribal Jail, Early Learning, Elders Center, and home visits. - Provide patient education on health conditions, medications, treatments, and preventative care.
- Participate in community outreach and health promotion activities.
- Perform clinical procedures including: IV starts, medication administration via intramuscular
(1M), subcutaneous (SQ), and intradermal injection (ID) injection, Electrocardiograms
(EKGs), basic diagnostic X-ray imaging, and laboratory services. - Provide telephone and in-person triage services.
- Participate in Safety and Infection Control initiatives.
- Maintain the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) manual and ensure compliance with safety
regulations. - Collaborate with providers as an active member of the Primary Care Provider Team.
- Process patient referrals, communicating with outside specialty providers, and ensure
continuity of care. - Coordinate services with laboratory, radiology, and referral departments.
- Utilize the electronic health record (EHR) system and associated critical software accurately
and efficiently. - Maintain state immunization inventory and vaccine documentation.
- Coordinate with Community Outreach and Social Services staff regarding home visitation
referrals. - Perform basic wellness assessments during home visits, including blood pressure, weight,
medication review, gait assessment, and cognitive screening. - Identify patient needs and initiate appropriate referrals for medically necessary home visits.
- Performs related work as required.
- May be assigned duties under thc Chehalis Tribe Emergency Management Plan and
program.
Education & Experience
An Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with a minimum of three
(3) years nursing experience or one (l) year in family practice or primary care setting is
required. A Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) is preferred. Must have current Registered
Nurse (RN) license in Washington State. Experience providing care in a correctional
environment and/or home health setting preferred. Prefer experience working in American
Indian/AIaska Native communities.
Benefits
- 401 (k)
- 401 (k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending accounting
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision
