Correctional Nursing Assistant
US-VT-Rutland
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Req #: 182931
Type: Full-Time
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Overview: The Correctional Nursing Assistant provides direct support under the supervision of licensed nurses, assisting with patient care and medication distribution. This role is responsible for organizing and documenting keep-on-person medications, maintaining medication storage areas, and ensuring compliance with state practice acts and facility policies. The position assists providers during sick-call and chronic care appointments by recording vital signs, obtaining specimens, and performing point-of-care testing. Additional responsibilities include facilitating telehealth visits, assisting with procedures such as EKGs, managing sharps inventory, and ensuring infection control. This role requires working in a correctional facility environment and may involve travel as needed. Responsibilities: * Distribute, document, and manage keep-on-person medications in compliance with nurse supervision and state regulations. * Maintain and organize medication rooms, carts, and inventories, including supplies, equipment, and sharps. * Assist providers with clinical appointments, recording vital signs, obtaining specimens, and performing point-of-care testing. * Support patient care through telehealth facilitation, EKG assistance, and infection control practices. * Ensure accurate documentation, patient confidentiality, and participation in audits, CQI activities, and compliance with HIPAA. Qualifications: EDUCATION * High School graduate or equivalent EXPERIENCE * 1-year related experience in a medical environment preferred LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS * Must have current CPR Certification * Licensed as a Licensed Nursing Assistant * Medication Aide Certification is preferred within the state in which services are provided
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