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Location: MetroHealth Correctional Medicine-Cuyahoga County JailBi-weekly Hours: 72.00Shift: 6:45p-7:15a; Rotating weekends and holidaysFor nearly two centuries, the MetroHealth System’s mission has been focused on delivering high-quality patient-centered care to all communities in Northeast Ohio. This mission includes caring for the incarcerated population. Our dedicated caregivers are working at the forefront of medicine to address the overall needs of our patients and eliminate healthcare disparities.Join the Correctional Medicine Department!Primary Patient Population:
Incarcerated patients (Chronic Disease, Substance Use Disorder, Mental Health, Nursing)
Primary skills utilized/learned:
Acute clinical assessment
Medication Review
Ability to obtain National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) certification
Time management, critical thinking, delegating
Wound Care
IV Therapy/Phlebotomy
Personnel RN will work with :
LPNs
Medical Assistants (MAs)
Paramedics
Medical Providers
Corrections Officers
Number of beds on unit:
Facility houses an average of 1700 patients daily
Awards or Recognitions the unit has received:
Achieved accreditation by National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC)
MetroHealth offers industry-leading benefits, including tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, professional certification incentives, and medical/dental insurance. As a public employer, employees participate in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS).Required Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing (or a program seeking accreditation).
Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Ohio
Current AHA Basic Life Support for the healthcare provider certification or obtained within 90 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
BSN
Professional Certification recognized by the Magnet Association
