Job Abstract

Category

Nursing

Position Type

Full-Time

As a Registered Nurse, have you ever wanted to work somewhere where you can fully use all the skills you learned and see different types of patients every day? Where your work is valued, you are in a safe and secure place, and most of the patients are very appreciative of your care.

NaphCare is hiring Registered Nurses (RNs) just like you at the Santa Cruz County Jail located in Santa Cruz, CA. Full Time, Part Time, and PRN shifts are available! PRN shifts and hours vary based on coverage needs for FT shifts and will be determined by site leadership and prn employee availability.

Pay rates range from $50.00 - $59.00 per hour based on Shift, FT, PRN, temporary contract, site needs, and experience.

At NaphCare, we want you to be able to use your skills. Our positions encourage cross-training, and include roles such as intake booking nurse, mental health nurse, detox nurse, sick call nurse and health and physical assessments nurse.

This is what our employees say about working in correctional healthcare for NaphCare. “I cannot believe I worked 20 years as a nurse before finding corrections. I have never felt more valued and I love how every day is so different and exciting. I feel safer here than when I worked in the ER.” Justin, DON

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan
• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Lowest Cost Benefits! $44 for single, $105 for family!
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 100% vested 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• On-site education
• Free Continuing Education!
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays

NaphCare has a partnership with NetCE that provides CEU/CME for our staff. NetCE uses a rigorous peer review process to ensure that all activities and content are up-to-date. This service streamlines continuing education for all NaphCare Employees to meet state specific requirements for maintaining licensing.

We support your growth and internal promotion. Once hired, we encourage our employees to continue to seek opportunities for advancement and leadership.

NaphCare is a family owned, medical technology company that has been delivering high quality healthcare to correctional facilities across the nation for over 30 years. Come join our team of over 4000 employees and growing! NaphCare pays well, offers outstanding benefits, and has an incredibly engaged corporate support team to make sure you have what you need to be truly excellent at what you do.

Responsibilities for Registered Nurses (RNs):

• Take and document all patient history and vital signs.
• Perform and document all patient history and vital signs, mental health screenings and/or evaluations.
• Respond to and initiate care for medical and mental health emergencies.
• Assist with daily triage/sick call, minor medical/surgical procedures, patient assessments, examinations and/or treatment.
• Initiate and document prescribed protocol agreement.
• Respond to and initiate care for medical emergencies within the facility.
• Observe and evaluate the performance of the licensed practical/vocational nursing staff.

Qualifications for Registered Nurses (RNs):

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in California
• Valid CPR card
• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience in a healthcare setting, with correctional healthcare experience preferred
• Position may require he/she to stand or walk for long periods of time while performing duties

We know you may have questions before applying. To speak to a recruiter directly, email your questions and/or resume to hiring@naphcare.com with the position and location you’re interested in.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran