Nurse Manager

Company: Kalamazoo County Government
Location: Kalamazoo
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

Nurse Manager Sheriff's
Salary: K-10 (A) $71,086.08(includes 20% market adjustment)
Mon. - Fri., 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. some weekends/holidaysPosting: 073-22
Date Posted: 04/08/2022
Deadline: Until filled Summary: This position supervises and leads nursing staff to deliver necessary medical care to inmates within the Kalamazoo County Jail. Responsibilities:

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• Participates in interviews and makes recommendations for the hiring and dismissal of employees.
• Responsible for orientation and general supervision of medical services staff to ensure that staff members understand and adhere to objectives, policies, procedures, and responsibilities.
• Responsible for scheduling, assigning duties, approving leave time, and evaluating staff performance.
• Coordinates the scheduling and assignment of medical and/or dental providers and office supplies or equipment.
• Consults with Food Service relative to special dietary needs and menu recommendations for inmates.
• Arranges psychiatric evaluations as requested or necessary.
• Responsible for keeping standards of care and routing orders current while fulfilling the role and performing the essential functions of a Registered Nurse.
• Supervises process to assure the quality of care.
• Responsible for the appropriate handling of resident/citizen complaints on the telephone and in the medical unit.
• Perform the duties and responsibilities of a Registered Nurse as needed.
  Qualifications : Education : Bachelor's Degree, supported by coursework in Administration. Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan required. Experience: Must be First Aid, AED, and CPR certified. Three years of professional experience in a county health department, hospital, or other health care organization working directly with medical providers, patients, and community organizations required. One to three years of experience in a supervisory capacity is preferred. Effective written and verbal communication skills, basic keyboarding, and computer skills are required, including working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and database entry/retrieval.NOTE: Any person with a felony conviction, a felony misdemeanor charge pending, a domestic violence conviction, or an outstanding warrant is ineligible for consideration for employment. No visible tattoos.Click Here to Submit Application Online

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