Job Description
GENERAL SUMMARY The purpose of these positions is to provide medical and nursing services to people who are resident within the Kalamazoo County Jail, a 24 hour, physically secured criminal justice facility.Nursing care is delivered using the established nursing process, including assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, of applicable state jail standards, and all relevant laws, regulations, and under the direction of the Sheriff's Office contracted physician.This position collaborates with interdisciplinary partners, including mental health providers, contracted physicians, local hospitals, and pharmacies, to ensure continuity of care, maintain security and safety standards, and deliver effective, patient-centered treatment in accordance with accepted best practices..ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Assesses, evaluates, and treats medical concerns/conditions.Administers medications on a regular basis.Evaluates newly arrested people including assessing, vital signs, injuries, intoxication, and/or any other health concerns.Conducts physicals as required by the Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC).Maintains medical inventory and supplies; manages and secures jail resident medications, including distribution schedules, documentation; and monitoring of patients' responses to medication.Collaborates with contracted medical providers, local pharmacies, and mental health providers.Assists in creating and updating agency protocols, and policies as they relate to medical needs.Performs related work as assigned.MINIMUM Qualifications:Nurse I Required Education and Experience Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in nursing One to three (1 to 3) years of related work experience in nursing Required Licenses or Certifications Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan MINIMUM Qualifications:Nurse II Required Education and Experience Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university Three to Five (3 to 5)years of work experience in nursing Required Licenses or Certifications Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan Please provide a copy of your nursing license with your application.The County offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision coverage Employer-funded Defined Benefit retirement plan Life & Disability insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Pet insurance Paid sick leave Paid holidays Overtime (as needed) VETERANS are encouraged to apply.Please provide your joint services transcript with your application.Pay Scale- Nurse I - 109X Pay Scale- Nurse II - 110X Fulltime - Shift varies Position :10564001 Code :26012-1 Type :INTERNAL & EXTERNAL Job Family :MEDICAL Posting Start :02/08/2026 Posting End :12/31/9999 Details :Benefit Information HOURLY RATE RANGE:$34.21-$38.32.