Registered Nurse (RN) - Corrections

JOB This recruitment has been reopened for additional applicants and will remain open until filled. If you have already applied for recruitment #195-2026-1, you do not need to reapply. New applicants are encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible as this recruitment may close at any time without further notice.The Marion County Sheriff’s Office is seeking a full-time RN to join our team. By providing health screening and services ranging from basic first aid to more serious management of medical conditions and needs, our team works collaboratively to meet the medical needs of those in our care. We believe every employee at the Sheriff’s Office plays a critical role in public safety and service to the community. Throughout 2022, our Institutions Division provided services and supervision to more than 7,000 adults in custody. The ideal candidate will have great communication skills and be willing to work in a team environment. We are a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.WAGES$39.88 - $53.42 Hourly*Hourly rate negotiableShift/Weekend Differential: Additional $3.92 per hour for hours worked between 6:00 pm and 11:59 pmAdditional $3.85 per hour for hours worked between 12:00 am and 5:59 amAdditional $1.65 per hour for hours worked between Saturday at 12:01 am to Sunday at 11:59 pmCorrections Nurse Incentive: Employees working in the classification of corrections nurse for the Marion County Sheriff’s Office are eligible for 2.5% incentive pay upon successful completion of county trial service, and an additional 3% commencing with the fourth year of service in the classification for a total of 5.5%.This position is represented by the Marion County Law Enforcement Association (MCLEA). In addition to the salary range listed above, RN’s with the Sheriff’s Office receive a generous benefit package including: Retirement Medical Trust with employer contributionsMedical and dental insurance with generous employer contribution (Marion County pays 95%)PERS & OPSRP Retirement (Marion County pays employee's 6% contribution)Paid vacation and sick leave11 paid holidays per year1 paid commissioners holiday per year2 paid personal days per yearEmployer provided Group Term Life InsuranceEmployer provided Long-Term Disability PlanVoluntary Term Life InsuranceVoluntary Short-Term DisabilityVoluntary Deferred Compensation PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramGENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIESServe as a professional nurse in the county corrections facility; perform a variety of nursing duties in a correctional setting, exercising considerable independent judgment in all aspects of the medical program; perform physical examinations of inmates and treat or refer them appropriately; dispense or provide for dispensing of medications under the direction of a licensed physician. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Accurate and thorough chart documentation. Nursing notes are clear, concise and thorough reflecting: Signs and symptoms observedNursing assessmentPlan of actions – per standing order protocol, RN on-call, RNEducation of adults in custodyExpected or observed outcomeNoted changesUnusual occurrencesOutside communicationsExplanation of refusal for treatmentDischarge summary – completed on clients transferred to other facilitiesAccurate and thorough nursing assessment. Professional nurses will be competent and knowledgeable in assessment of physical, mental and emotional status of adults in custody including: Neurological examinationEars, nose and throat assessmentRespiratory assessmentCardiovascular assessmentMusculoskeletal assessmentGastrointestinal examinationGenitourinary assessment including sexually transmitted diseaseSkin assessmentMental and emotional status and counselingDental condition assessmentAccurate and thorough skills and knowledge of nursing procedures. Professional nurses will be skilled and knowledgeable in technical procedures including but not limited to: CPR, including A.E.D.First AidEmergency response to unstable adults in custody without knowledge of etiology or location on campus.Vital signsOxygen administration – n.c./mask/ambu-bagVenipunctureContusion – decubitus careWound care including sterile and non-sterile dressing changesTreatment with heat or cold direct applicationInjectionsSetting up and delivery of medications (oral, rectal, IM, S.L., S.Q., topical)Specimen collectionsSplinting and applicationsEye and ear flushingWeight and measuringDelousingEnemas and fecal impaction removalChest physiotherapyColostomy careScreening and reporting communicable diseaseUniversal blood and body fluid precautions (standard)Basic isolation techniquesCatheterizationEquipment operation: Doppler, EKG, Otoscope, Ophthalmic scope, autoclave, radio communication, computer, wheelchair/crutches, phone, photocopy machine, suction machine, splint placement, application restraints, treatment for capstan and fire extinguishers.Respiratory care including tracheostomy maintenance, incentive spirometry and chest physiotherapy.Assists or directs adults in custody in skill building to assume self-care in daily living.Medical Department operations are consistent and professional. The professional nurse demonstrates the thorough capability and skill to be proficient in the following areas: Assessment and follow through on all nursing contact and appropriate reporting of information to the physicianConsistency in documentationSecurity of narcotics.Security of equipment and keys.Assuring consultation with outside agencies when necessaryEquipment check.Minor surgery with the physician.Interpretation of, reporting and follow-up care of normal or abnormal laboratory results and diagnostic testing with the physician.Recognizing and reporting dietary needs for special medical circumstance.Maintaining confidentiality of adults in custody's condition and medical records.Maintaining functions of unit by assuring the following occurs: (1) Adequate number of forms available, (2) Medications and supplies stocked, (3) Phone calls professionally responded to, (4) Communication of unfinished business to oncoming shift.The professional nurse will adhere to the security principles and procedures of the facility: Respond to intake for assessment and triage of adults in custody with potential or apparent medical problem.Respond to all medical crisis and man-down situations.Respond to escape, fire and natural disaster.Write quality assurance reports for medical errors.Write supplemental reports for adults in custody issues requiring disciplinary response.Experienced RN may assume acting supervisor role when necessary.Willing to work towards conflict resolution in all circumstances.Relinquishes control of unit and security operation to the corrections staff.Capable of adhering to basic security skills of person when working with adults in custody populations.Willing to be coached and trained in all aspects of professional behavior.Pharmacy upkeep and medication dispensing: Maintain narcotic records and accurate account.Order appropriate medication through state contract distributor or local pharmacy.Complete billing paperwork upon receipt of medications and supplies into the unit.Assure all medications have visible out date written on the outside container.Schedule outdate checks to assure all medications are not expired.Review stop dates on all medications administration records and assign for physician chart.Maintain Oregon State Board of Pharmacy for refrigeration of medicine shelving, dispensing and labeling.Develop and maintain all pharmacy forms.Maintain cost effectiveness.Maintenance of clean, orderly and adequately stocked medication cart.Dispensing of all medications as described by rules and regulations of Oregon State Board of Nursing.Restocks medications and supplies for easy and clear accessibility to medication nurse.Assist as needed on quality assurance checks on all medication administration records forms when requested.Special unit C4 medical rounds, segregation rounds and documentation.Update dietary information sheet.Perform communicable disease screening and documentation.Order medical supplies.Sterilize surgical equipment.Complete all physician orders ("treatment").Conduct sick call.Conduct triage of health care requests on shift.Develop individualized patient care plans consistent with standing orders or medical orders written by the physician. Report and revise the care plan as indicated by signs and symptoms observed. Maintains facility and county standards of operation at all times: Maintain sanitation within department.Maintain accurate and thorough medical charts, including timely chart audits, physician review and filing of all information.Maintain harmonious working relationships and communications within and outside the facility and interprets nursing services when appropriate.Is available to work varied shifts to assure nursing coverage of a 24-hour facility.Maintain ethical standard of the Marion County Corrections Facility, Marion County and the Oregon State Board of Nursing.Maintain the Marion County Standards of the vision and principles of Direct Supervision.Recognize and adhere to the limitations of their nursing practice and act within the scope of their license at all times.Respect and adhere to the authority of the RN supervisor and MD and will error always on the side of safety of the patients and staff.Maintain open, direct and thorough communication with RN staff, supervisor, and physician regarding all aspects of patient care.Other miscellaneous dutiesAttend infirmary change of shift reports for nursing.Participate in unit briefings.Process e-mail and adults in custody kytes.Attend training and meetings as required.Possess a working knowledge of and compliance with policies and procedures of medical department and facility, adults in custody rules, ORS statutes and Board of Nursing requirements for practice.Report significant medical changes or problems to RN on call or nursing supervisor and physician.Perform other duties as assigned.