Corrections Registered Nurse - Competitive Sign-on Bonus Offered in Milford, CT

Summary Join our dedicated team of corrections professionals passionate about creating a secure and compassionate environment. Our mission focuses on ensuring public safety while supporting individuals in successfully reentering our communities. Duties As a Registered Nurse, you will play a crucial role in providing essential direct patient care within an institutional hospital or clinic setting. Your key responsibilities will include: • Delivering comprehensive nursing care to inmates, respecting legal, ethical, and institutional standards. • Conducting detailed nursing assessments and planning, implementing, and evaluating tailored patient care. • Identifying and managing high-risk patient symptoms and behaviors, including those at risk for self-harm or harm to others. • Completing nutritional screenings and facilitating referrals to dietitians when appropriate. • Monitoring and adjusting care plans to ensure the best possible health outcomes for all patients. • Assessing and documenting discharge planning needs to maintain continuity of care. • Coordinating and delegating patient care tasks based on thorough evaluations. As an integral part of our correctional team, maintaining institution security is a primary responsibility that supersedes all other duties.