Overnight Charge Nurse (Corrections Setting)
Lead and support the overnight nursing team in a correctional healthcare environment by providing clinical direction and coordinating daily nursing operations to ensure safe, effective patient care.
- Provide clinical guidance, oversight, and support to nursing staff.
- Coordinate nursing workflows to maintain continuity of care and operational readiness.
- Support assessment, medication administration, documentation, and follow-up of patient needs.
- Promote compliance with established nursing standards and correctional healthcare guidelines.
- Ensure accurate records and adherence to applicable policies and procedures.
- Serve as a point of contact for escalating clinical concerns and resolving care issues.
Qualifications
- Current nursing licensure and experience in a clinical setting.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Sound clinical judgment and ability to manage priorities in a high-responsibility environment.
- Knowledge of documentation, compliance practices, and patient safety standards.