Seminole County Sheriff's Office
REGISTERED NURSE, EVENING SHIFT
Seminole County Sheriff's Office, Sanford, Florida, United States, 32771
The Seminole County Sheriff's Office is now accepting applications for the position of
REGISTERED NURSE FOR EVENING SHIFT.
This position performs highly specialized work providing professional nursing care to persons incarcerated in the John E. Polk Correctional Facility.
The hours for this position are evening - overnight shift from 1730 -0600 (5:30 pm - 6:00 am).
REQUIRED DOCUMENT Each applicant must complete a
NOTARIZED Background Investigation Waiver . Failure to submit this document will disqualify your application. The waiver must be notarized and submitted with the pre-screen application. A link for the form has been provided in red above.
Salary is negotiable based upon related training, education, and experience.
Applications must be submitted before the closing date of January 20, 2026.
Note: Listed functions, duties, responsibilities, and skills are not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employer reserves the right to assign additional responsibilities as deemed necessary for the operational efficiency of the Sheriff's Office.
Assesses and evaluates the condition of injured and ill inmates and employs necessary first aid measures in emergency situations within the scope of practice and licensure
Conducts physical assessments on inmates in accordance with medical protocol
Delegates and oversees all clinical care delivery methods and escalates to charge nurse or clinical manager when applicable
Demonstrates the ability to assess and interpret diagnostic data relative to patient age and condition, including, but not limited to lab results, non-invasive monitoring data and interdisciplinary team notes
Nursing practice reflects the application of knowledge and skills pertaining to all diagnoses, procedures, medications, complications, and equipment associated with unit patient population
Supervises LPNs, CNAs, MAs on assigned shifts
Reviews physician transcription, lab results, and medication rosters to ensure prescribed treatments are administered. Administers medications as required. Documents encounters in the medical record using the approved SOAPE format
Logs use of medical supplies including administered medications, needles, syringes, keys, and medical instruments. Maintains drug, narcotic, and sharps counts in accordance with division policies and procedures
Attends to inmate medical needs for those housed in the infirmary
Prepares, maintains, and files medical documents as needed
May be assigned special projects as required
Performs other duties as assigned or as may be necessary for the efficient and effective performance of the position functions
High School Diploma/GED
Must possess and maintain a State of Florida license as a Registered Nurse
Must possess and maintain current licensure and CPR card, OSHA updates and CEU certification, as required for licensure
Internal applicants must have completed the Seminole County Sheriff's Office one (1) year probationary period
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License
Regular and prompt attendance is mandatory in the performance of an employee's duties for this position, to include scheduled work hours, and required training activities, calls for mandatory overtime needs and calls for service during times of an emergency.
Knowledge of advanced nursing methods and practices including public health and communicable diseases.
Ability to demonstrate ethical and professional behavior.
Ability to solve problems.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with superiors and the medical community.
Ability to lift at least twenty-five pounds in the performance of daily duties.
WORKING CONDITIONS The work environment for this position is within the confines of the John E. Polk Correctional Facility. This position has direct contact with inmates. The position is assigned to a night shift with rotating days off.
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIREMENTS Mobility
- Some sedentary work and some standing and walking; constant use of a computer
Lifting
- Able to lift at least 25 pounds without assistance
Visual
- Constant overall vision; constant eye-hand coordination; frequent reading/close-up work
Dexterity
- Frequent repetitive motion and reaching
Emotional/Psychological
Potential contact with hostile individuals; direct inmate contact, exposure to emergency situations; may be exposed to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact; decision-making and concentration
Special Requirements
- Ability to behave respectably and with utmost integrity even when off duty. May be required to respond for any critical incident, manmade or natural. Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime
CLASSIFIED POSITION Seminole County Sheriff's Office
Human Resources Division
100 Eslinger Way
Sanford FL 32773
bangel@seminolesheriff.org
(407) 665-6711
#J-18808-Ljbffr
REGISTERED NURSE FOR EVENING SHIFT.
This position performs highly specialized work providing professional nursing care to persons incarcerated in the John E. Polk Correctional Facility.
The hours for this position are evening - overnight shift from 1730 -0600 (5:30 pm - 6:00 am).
REQUIRED DOCUMENT Each applicant must complete a
NOTARIZED Background Investigation Waiver . Failure to submit this document will disqualify your application. The waiver must be notarized and submitted with the pre-screen application. A link for the form has been provided in red above.
Salary is negotiable based upon related training, education, and experience.
Applications must be submitted before the closing date of January 20, 2026.
Note: Listed functions, duties, responsibilities, and skills are not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employer reserves the right to assign additional responsibilities as deemed necessary for the operational efficiency of the Sheriff's Office.
Assesses and evaluates the condition of injured and ill inmates and employs necessary first aid measures in emergency situations within the scope of practice and licensure
Conducts physical assessments on inmates in accordance with medical protocol
Delegates and oversees all clinical care delivery methods and escalates to charge nurse or clinical manager when applicable
Demonstrates the ability to assess and interpret diagnostic data relative to patient age and condition, including, but not limited to lab results, non-invasive monitoring data and interdisciplinary team notes
Nursing practice reflects the application of knowledge and skills pertaining to all diagnoses, procedures, medications, complications, and equipment associated with unit patient population
Supervises LPNs, CNAs, MAs on assigned shifts
Reviews physician transcription, lab results, and medication rosters to ensure prescribed treatments are administered. Administers medications as required. Documents encounters in the medical record using the approved SOAPE format
Logs use of medical supplies including administered medications, needles, syringes, keys, and medical instruments. Maintains drug, narcotic, and sharps counts in accordance with division policies and procedures
Attends to inmate medical needs for those housed in the infirmary
Prepares, maintains, and files medical documents as needed
May be assigned special projects as required
Performs other duties as assigned or as may be necessary for the efficient and effective performance of the position functions
High School Diploma/GED
Must possess and maintain a State of Florida license as a Registered Nurse
Must possess and maintain current licensure and CPR card, OSHA updates and CEU certification, as required for licensure
Internal applicants must have completed the Seminole County Sheriff's Office one (1) year probationary period
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License
Regular and prompt attendance is mandatory in the performance of an employee's duties for this position, to include scheduled work hours, and required training activities, calls for mandatory overtime needs and calls for service during times of an emergency.
Knowledge of advanced nursing methods and practices including public health and communicable diseases.
Ability to demonstrate ethical and professional behavior.
Ability to solve problems.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with superiors and the medical community.
Ability to lift at least twenty-five pounds in the performance of daily duties.
WORKING CONDITIONS The work environment for this position is within the confines of the John E. Polk Correctional Facility. This position has direct contact with inmates. The position is assigned to a night shift with rotating days off.
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIREMENTS Mobility
- Some sedentary work and some standing and walking; constant use of a computer
Lifting
- Able to lift at least 25 pounds without assistance
Visual
- Constant overall vision; constant eye-hand coordination; frequent reading/close-up work
Dexterity
- Frequent repetitive motion and reaching
Emotional/Psychological
Potential contact with hostile individuals; direct inmate contact, exposure to emergency situations; may be exposed to trauma, grief and death; frequent public contact; decision-making and concentration
Special Requirements
- Ability to behave respectably and with utmost integrity even when off duty. May be required to respond for any critical incident, manmade or natural. Some assignments may require working weekends, nights, and/or occasional overtime
CLASSIFIED POSITION Seminole County Sheriff's Office
Human Resources Division
100 Eslinger Way
Sanford FL 32773
bangel@seminolesheriff.org
(407) 665-6711
#J-18808-Ljbffr