Jail Nurse RN/LPN

Description

TERMS: Full-Time / Non-Exempt / Full Benefits (for more information about benefits, go to https://www.burleigh.gov/benefits) 

SALARY: $31.14 to $52.59 per hour RN - Grade 9 (RN)

                 $27.20 to $45.91 per hour LPN - Grade 7 (LPN)

OPENINGS: 1

APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 19, 2026, at 4:30 PM CST

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Under supervision of the Jail Nurse Supervisor, performs nursing care to jail inmates at the Detention Center. Is responsible for compliance with all current and future state, federal, and local laws and regulations.

• Performs assessments for communicable diseases. Uses universal precautions due to daily exposure to airborne, blood, and body fluids. Inmates are provided and/or assisted in obtaining access to needed social, medical, education, and related services through integrated case management and documentation. These duties are performed according to agency, local, state, and federal mandates to prevent and control the spread of communicable disease within the detention center.
• Provides professional nursing services to all inmates in the detention center using discretion and professional judgment. Clinical practice, education, and documentation will comply with agency, local, state, federal policies and standard of nursing practice.
• Provides health screening and clinical assessments to inmates in the detention center according to the nursing standards of practice and established screening tools/guidelines. Maintains pertinent data files of the inmates medical, psychological status in compliance with agency, local, state, and federal mandates. These screenings and assessments identify rick factors and abnormal findings which promote early intervention and treatment.
• Assists in managing the jail programs and case management of inmate care by care by assessing, developing, implementing, organizing and re-evaluating services. Utilizes effective communication skills. Is knowledgeable of a referral system. Assists with maintaining pertinent data and documentation. May assist inmates with accessing medical, psychological, and related care. Provides ongoing analysis for quality of services to improve outcomes, making appropriate changes as necessary. Programs and care are managed in accordance with agency, local, state, and federal mandates and Burleigh County Detention Center policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

1. Perform sick call duties on a daily basis.
2. Perform medication passes.
3. Ability to exercise discretion and caution when interacting with inmates in a safe manner.
4. Conduct health assessments, lab draws and communicable disease screenings.
5. Provides nursing services, treatments and diagnostic and preventive procedures appropriate for inmate care and safety; interprets physicians' orders; administers prescribed medication; applies surgical dressings and bandages; provides emergency first aid care; checks and records vital signs; instructs inmates concerning discharge planning; observes signs and symptoms during sick call; reports reactions to treatments and medications as well as changes in the inmates' emotional or physical condition.
6. Under the supervision of the Jail Nurse Supervisor directs and guides patient teaching and activities that commensurate with his/her education and demonstrated competencies.
7. Serving as a liaison with medical providers to schedule outside medical appointments regarding the medical care of the inmate populations.
8. Assisting in the tracking of equipment and supply needs.
9. Maintains accurate medical records of inmates in the Detention Center.
10. Respond to emergencies throughout the facility; injury and illness; performs CPR when needed.
11. Perform crisis intervention functions, suicide prevention, recognizing abnormal behavior and taking appropriate action.
12. Refer to or consult with other health providers in person and on the phone.
13. Notify supervisor and complete written report for any medical or security incidents.
14. Serve as a mentor to nursing students. 
15. Performs other duties as required and assigned.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Must have the ability to react in emergency situations; use of good judgement; to work effectively with others; to follow directions; to assume responsibility for professional growth and development; to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to meet special requirements. 
• Creates a positive and productive work atmosphere by communicating and maintaining a professional manner with superiors, officers, employees, inmates, and anyone coming in contact with the detention center.
• Maintains accurate documentation and records to reflect all necessary information on medical records of inmates.
• Maintain the Sheriff’s Department code of ethics, detention center policies, and the North Dakota Century Code.

This position requires a criminal background check. If an applicant is chosen to interview for this position a pre-interview phone screening will be conducted. Prior criminal history may be considered in the selection process for this position based on the nature, time and seriousness of the conviction and its relevance to the position. (N.D.C.C.§12.1-33)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The employing agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen, 18 years of age or older, high school graduate or GED certified.
• Graduation from an Accredited School of Nursing.
• Preference to those who have nursing experience in a correctional facility.
• Must have a current North Dakota RN/LPN unencumbered license or the ability to obtain a North Dakota RN/LPN license within 60 days of hire.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.