Jefferson County is seeking qualified RN applicants for
Corrections Nurse at the Jefferson County Jail in Madras, Oregon
Schedule is typically a rotating 12-hour work schedule and a 30-60 minute unpaid lunch break (4 days on and 4 days off), however alternative scheduling may be available. This position performs first-line assessment and care of inmates in the County Correctional Facility exercising considerable independent judgment in all aspects of the medical program.
The Corrections Nurse performs a variety of duties in the jail facility, to provide initial screening, care, and application of medications to person(s) in custody, including record keeping of services. Works closely with Jefferson County Correctional Facility staff to provide direct client services. This position works in an institutional atmosphere with individual contact, ranging from congenial to confrontational. Position is subject to 24-hour call-back and may need to respond to the jail at all hours to contend with problems of an urgent nature.
Lead Corrections Nurse In addition to the above description, this position supervises other Corrections Nurses, in coordination with the Department Director.