Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Correctional FacilityProfession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Correctional Location: Malone, NY 12953 Facility Type: State Correctional FacilityContract Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Mid Shift | 5x8-Hour Days | 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM Block Schedule: Not available Weekends: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM requiredPosition Summary:Seeking qualified Registered Nurses to provide care within a secure correctional facility in Malone, NY. Nurses will manage chronic and urgent healthcare needs of incarcerated individuals, administer medications, assist with medical emergencies, and perform routine assessments. This position is part of a formal state-run RFQ process and involves mid-shift coverage including weekend rotations.Key Responsibilities:
- Administer medications including 1:1, Insulin, MAT, Ensure, and other ordered therapies
- Maintain accurate medication counts and document all shift activities in the medical log
- Conduct finger-stick glucose checks and follow MD orders for chronic condition management
- Respond to emergency sick calls for incarcerated individuals and visitors
- Support emergency protocols, including blood exposure responses and Tele-med sessions
- Assist in SHU (Special Housing Unit) admissions and incoming draft screenings
- Prepare and document physical assessments, pre-op evaluations, and pre-anesthesia forms
- Coordinate medical, dental, and psychiatric referrals and appointments
- Input data into the FHS1 system, manage lab/OMH/MD appointments
- Stock medication rooms and handle chart preparation for scheduled procedures
- Complete comprehensive medical summaries for parole/release and ensure Narcan training documentation is in place
- Work in collaboration with security, Nurse Administrator, and Facility MD
Required Qualifications:
- Active NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Current CPR certification
- Minimum of 1 year nursing experience (correctional or acute care preferred)
- Ability to work independently in a high-security setting
- Strong clinical documentation and communication skills
- Must be available for in-person interview if selected after bid review
Additional Notes:
- This is an RFQ (Request for Quote) position through the State of New York. Award is not guaranteed until the bid is accepted by the state.
- Final candidate selection and interviews may take up to 7-14 business days after the bid closing date (7/9/2025).
- Clinician patience is appreciated throughout the state bid process.