Correctional Nurse
Southern Health Partners. Inc
Jonesborough, TN
08.2021 - Current
- Created and implemented care plans for prisoners suffering from chronic conditions.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from traumatic injuries, mental health emergencies or an exacerbation of a chronic illness prior to hospital transfer.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Directed patient care activities, guided and trained RNs, and LPNs during shift.
- Maintaining records, writing reports, assuring orderliness, maintaining supplies/equipment and the sanitation of the unit.
- Provided 24/7 oversight and responsibility for the efficient staffing and running of the medical team.
