Supervising Nurse - Dixon Correctional Center

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POSITION:  Supervising RN SCHEDULE: Dixon Correctional Center FACILITY: Dixon Correctional Center LOCATION: Dixon, IL We?re proud to offer a competitive benefits package including: Annual review with performance increase Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave Paid holidays Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental and Vision insurance 401(k) retirement saving plans Company-paid short-term disability Healthcare and dependent care spending account POSITION SUMMARY The RN supervisor will supervise and participate in the preparation of plans, and report teaching fundamentals, including patient care and health record documentation. The proper candidate will work effectively with patients, medical and nursing staff, security staff at all levels, administrative and support staff and consulting physicians. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Serve as a professional role model by being tactful and diplomatic at all time. Ensure that all job-related site and contractual agreements are met. Complete accurate daily, weekly and monthly statistical reports and submits them to the Director of Nursing by the third day of each month. Assist the Health Services Administrator (HSA) in investigating incident reports/unusual occurrences thoroughly and reporting significant findings to the Health Services Administrator/Medical Director. Enhance professionalism by attending a minimum of twelve (12) continuing education hours annually. Adhere to established policies and procedures of the company and the correctional facility. Attend and participate in administrative meetings as necessary. Other duties as required and/or assigned. The duties and responsibilities outlined herein are for payroll purposes only; employees may be assigned other duties as required. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Standard medical setting within a correctional facility, which includes daily interfacing with offenders/patients, correctional staff, and health care personnel.   LICENSING: Current state nursing license. CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification. EDUCATION: BSN is prefe