Position Title: Registered Nurse - Part-Time
Department: Sheriff’s Office
Division: Law Enforcement Center
Nature of Work: Position will provide nursing care according to standing orders/procedures, physician orders and professional judgment. Performs survey of all new inmates booked into the jail; conducts medical histories and physical assessment of inmates; collects laboratory specimens (e.g. venipuncture and urine samples); provides health teaching, guidance and counseling; confirms medication orders; and obtains, prepares, and passes medications as directed by Physician. Records relevant data completely and concisely, and maintains regular contact with Unit Physician regarding inmates’ condition and needs. Attends monthly unit meetings and participates in the further development of unit program as inmate needs are identified. See job descriptions for further details.
Minimum Experience and Training: Applicant must be a Registered Nurse with current licensure from the State of Nebraska. Must have a current Basic Life Support Certification. Experience in a critical care nursing area desirable.
Location and Hours of Work: Sarpy County Law Enforcement Center, 1208 Golden Gate Drive, Papillion, NE. Part-time - 24 hours per week. Days and hours to vary.
Supervision: This position works under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor and Physician.
Starting Wages: $22.03 - $27.31 per hour, DOE.
Applications: Sarpy County Sheriff’s Application and complete job description may be obtained from the Sarpy County Personnel Department, 1308 Gold Coast Road, Suite 200, Papillion, NE 68046, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., or are available at the Sarpy County Law Enforcement Center, 1208 Golden Gate Drive, Papillion, NE 68046 and are also downloadable at website ~ www.Sarpy.com under job opportunities. Applications must be submitted in person or by mail to the Law Enforcement Center; Attn: Captain London.
Post Dates: Open until filled.
ALL APPLICANTS TENTATIVELY SELECTED FOR THIS POSITION
WILL BE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT TO URINALYSIS TO
SCREEN FOR ILLEGAL DRUG USE PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT
APPOINTMENT TO THE POSITION WILL BE CONTINGENT
UPON A BACKGROUND CHECK, POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION AND NEGATIVE DRUG TEST RESULT
Sarpy County is a Drug-Free Workplace / Equal Opportunity Employer
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION
Class Title: STAFF NURSE Grade Number:
Department: Sheriff’s FLSA: Non-Exempt
Division: Jail-Medical Unit Union: FOP
Date: November 2004 Location: Law Enforcement Center
GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs a variety of skilled duties to provide care for the Jail population.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the general supervision of the Nurse Coordinator.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs survey of all booking medical histories and physical assessments of high-risk inmates.
Collects laboratory specimens (e.g. venipuncture, urethral swabs)
Provides health teaching, counseling, and guidance.
Confirms medication orders.
Obtains and dispenses medications as ordered.
Accurately records relevant data.
Maintains contact with Unit Physician regarding inmates’ conditions and needs.
PERIPHERAL DUTIES
Attends monthly unit meetings.
Participates in unit development as needs are identified.
Performs other duties as assigned.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
(A) Current licensure in Nebraska as a Registered Nurse, and
(B) Current certification in Basic Life Support.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
(A) Ability to develop and maintain an effective working relationship with other staff members, other departments and general public.
(B) Skill in operation of listed equipment.
(C) Ability to effectively meet and deal with the public; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to handle stressful situations.
(D) Ability to successfully pass a background investigation and polygraph examination.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
a) POSITION-SPECIFIC: Standard tools and equipment necessary to perform duties of a Register Nurse.
b) TECHNICAL: Personal computer, including word processing and data software; calculator; printer; copier; scanner; fax machine, multi-line telephone.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to speak and listen. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee will be required to stand for prolonged periods.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is moderately noisy. Attention to security regulations and universal precautions is of the utmost importance.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Revision dates: 10/07