Registered Nurse II-MEC

To provide direct nursing care to juveniles receiving services in a secure facility of the Department of Juvenile Justice in accordance with Health Services and Department protocols/standing orders and policies, the SC Nurse Practice Act, and accepted professional nursing standards.  Safely administers and documents all medications and treatments as ordered by a physician, dentist, nurse practitioner, or another nurse (when such medications or treatments are written in accordance with approved standing orders or protocols). Ensures follow through of physician/dentist/nurse practitioner orders to include making necessary appointments and arrangements for off campus consultations, procedures, surgery, etc. Uses an electronic health record system to maintain documentation of each encounter with a juvenile. Maintains a safe and sanitary environment and follows basic infection control practices. Relieves a Health Care Coordinator as needed. Assesses the medical and health needs of juveniles during sick call and formulates, implements and evaluates the plan of care in accordance with standing orders and protocols. Refers to appropriate higher level of health care provider when needed. Provides health education to the juveniles as needed. Assists the physician when he/she sees patients; participates in developing plans of care as appropriate. Collects a variety of specimens for ordered laboratory tests. Provides nursing care to juveniles admitted to the Infirmary. Conducts periodic routine health assessments of the juveniles. Actively participates in orientation, training and education of other nursing staff. Rotates nursing on-call duties. Performs other related duties as required. Must be able to repond capably to emergencies. Must be able to work any and all shifts if the need arises.  Must be able to work overtime if the need arises. May be required to work in an area other that regular/normal assigned area. Occasionally supervises the activities of SCDJJ temporary or nursing contract agency licensed practical nurses.