Registered Nursing Services at Akicita Federal, LLC

Fort Worth, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Aug, 26

Salary

45.0

Posted On

18 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Direct Patient Care, Venipuncture, IV Insertion, Emergency Response, Patient Assessment, Medication Administration, Medical Documentation, Triage, Mental Health Nursing, Clinical Procedures, Vital Signs Monitoring, Care Plan Implementation

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

As a Registered Nurse at FMC Carswell, you will provide critical nursing services to Adults in Custody (AIC) within a correctional medical environment. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for delivering direct patient care across various units, including inpatient, outpatient, specialty care, and mental health units. - Key Responsibilities Direct Patient Care: Perform routine clinical activities such as taking vital signs, recording patient history, and assisting clinicians during exams and minor surgical procedures. - Clinical Procedures: Perform venipuncture, start and complete intravenous (IV) lines, and draw/process blood for analysis. - Emergency Response: Recognize life-threatening emergencies, initiate immediate care, and assist in urgent care areas, including triaging patients. - Patient Assessment: Develop nursing assessments, implement care plans, and monitor patients for high-risk symptoms (e.g., suicidal or homicidal risk). - Medication Management: Administer prescribed medications and vaccinations, ensuring accurate documentation in the Bureau Electronic Medical Records (BEMR) system. - Administrative Duties: Manage daily sick call logs, track appointments, and handle medical record documentation in a timely and legible manner. - Safety & Security: Maintain accountability of all sharps (needles/scalpels) and adhere strictly to correctional security regulations for the safety of staff and patients. \n \n $45 - $45 an hour - Qualifications & Requirements Education: Graduation from an accredited Registered Nursing program is required. - Licensure: Must possess and maintain a current, valid Registered Nurse license from the State of Texas. - Experience: At least six months of professional nursing experience is preferred. - Certification: Must be Basic Life Saver (BLS) certified through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. - Health Standards: Must provide evidence of recent testing for tuberculosis and other communicable diseases. - Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with patients of diverse ethnic, cultural, and age backgrounds. \n Work Environment & Schedule - Location: FMC Carswell, Fort Worth, TX (Inpatient, Outpatient, and Mental Health Units). - Shifts: Staffing includes day and night shifts - 5:30AM – 6:00 PM; 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM; 1:00PM – 9:30 PM; 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM - Availability: Coverage may include weekends and federally recognized holidays. - Attire: Professional clothing is required; however, khaki or green clothing is strictly prohibited as it matches the attire worn by the inmate population. - Setting Nature: Work is performed in a secure correctional facility where delays may occur due to security matters or institutional needs. - Assignment: 120 day (4 months) commitment

Responsibilities

Provide critical nursing services to adults in custody within a correctional medical environment across inpatient, outpatient, and mental health units. Responsibilities include performing clinical procedures, managing medications, and ensuring strict adherence to security regulations.