Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced General Nurse with prison clearance to join our client'shealthcare team in Livingston. As a General Nurse with prison clearance, you will play a crucial role in providing healthcare services to incarcerated individuals, ensuring their well-being while adhering to the unique challenges and security protocols of a correctional facility.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Patient Assessment and Care:
o Conduct comprehensive health assessments of inmates, including physical and mental health evaluations.
o Develop and implement individualized care plans, providing nursing care, medications, and treatments as required.
2. Emergency Response:
o Be prepared to respond swiftly and effectively to medical emergencies within the prison facility.
o Administer basic life support measures and coordinate with the healthcare team for advanced care when necessary.
3. Medication Management:
o Administer medications accurately and safely, adhering to prescribed dosages and schedules.
o Monitor inmates for medication compliance and report any adverse reactions or concerns.
4. Security and Safety:
o Comply with all prison security measures and safety protocols.
o Maintain awareness of potential security risks while providing healthcare services.
5. Documentation and Reporting:
o Maintain detailed and accurate medical records for each patient, including electronic health records (EHR).
o Prepare reports and documentation in accordance with prison healthcare policies and regulatory requirements.
6. Infection Control:
o Implement strict infection control measures to prevent the spread of diseases within the prison population.
o Promote and educate inmates on proper hygiene and disease prevention.
7. Collaboration and Communication:
o Collaborate with the prison's healthcare team, including physicians, psychologists, and social workers, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
o Communicate effectively with inmates, addressing their health needs and concerns.
Qualifications:
* Valid Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration as a Registered Nurse (RN).
* Previous experience working as a General Nurse in a correctional facility or similar secure environment with prison clearance.
* Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
* Ability to maintain composure and professionalism in a challenging and secure environment.
* Knowledge of correctional healthcare regulations and protocols is a plus.
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