CORRECTIONAL NURSE 1-UNDERFILL, PART TIME, ELY

State of Nevada; Ely (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation leave

Sick leave

12 paid holidays

Public Employee Retirement System

Deferred compensation

No Nevada state income tax

Job summary

The Department of Corrections is recruiting a part-time Correctional Nurse 2 for Ely State Prison in Ely, Nevada. The incumbent will document medical/mental health conditions, perform assessments, collect data, and support the multidisciplinary treatment plan.

Under supervision, this entry-level role offers growth into journey-level responsibilities after probation and recommendation. Responsibilities include patient assessments, care planning, coordinating health services, administering

Qualifications

• Active RN license required with at least 1 year of professional nursing experience or equivalent
• Proficiency in charting and documentation per policy and procedures
• Ability to coordinate care, plan nursing diagnoses and collaborate with health care professionals

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments and document patient health status and changes
• Develop and revise nursing care plans with multidisciplinary team
• Coordinate sick calls and arrange physician orders as needed
• Administer medications ensuring proper dosage, timing and safety
• Provide CPR/first aid and emergency care when required
• Maintain hygienic environments and safe patient care practices
• Document progress notes, orders and outcomes in medical charts

Skills

Nursing assessment

Documentation

Clinical observations

Team collaboration

Emergency medical treatment

Education

RN license

Tools

EMR systems

Medical equipment handling

Job description

• No Nevada state income tax.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

Job Summary

The Department of Corrections is recruiting to underfill a part-time Correctional Nurse 2 position at the Ely State Prison in Ely, Nevada. The incumbent works directly with the inmate population and will be responsible for documenting the medical or mental health conditions of patients using appropriate charting protocols, completing health assessments, collecting statistical data, tracking current outpatient medications and patient outcome, examining inmates to determine the need for referrals or the incorporation of new diagnoses into the current multidisciplinary treatment plan, attending nursing meetings, and assisting with team responsibilities and assignments as necessary. Under immediate supervision, incumbents acquire skills and experience in performing the duties outlined in the series concept. This is the entry level in the series, and progression to the journey level may occur upon successful completion of the probationary period, and with the recommendation of the appointing authority.

Essential Qualifications

• License as a Registered Nurse and one year of professional nursing experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Job Duties

• Identify patient health care needs utilizing professional nursing assessment skills; make comprehensive clinical observations and evaluations of health needs including subtle abnormalities and changes in condition; record and report indicative signs and symptoms of physical and mental condition.


• Prepare nursing care plans by assessing patient’s psychological and physical condition and conferring with other health care professionals; evaluate needs and develop nursing diagnoses, plans for treatment, services and health education based on the present and predicted needs of the patient; identify immediate and long-term care goals; review and revise care plans as needed.


• Coordinate health services and treatment; conduct sick calls for inmates with medical complaints; identify inmates requiring immediate medical treatment; obtain physician’s or designee’s orders for treatment; collaborate with professional and paraprofessional staff to ensure optimum patient care.


• Administer medication to identified patients as prescribed by a physician or designee; ensure correct time, dosage and route of administration; deliver medication to inmates confined to their cells; obtain and distribute non‑prescription medications such as aspirin, lozenges, cold tablets; count controlled medications and needles, syringes, and sharps to ensure security; monitor patient for medication side effects and/or allergic reaction; observe patient to determine if medication is effective for prescribed treatment and document medications administered and refused; if necessary, notify appropriate personnel of action taken.


• Perform physical assessments and assist in physical examinations and diagnostic testing; obtain samples for laboratory tests as ordered by a physician or designee; perform assigned laboratory tests.


• Take timely, effective and proper measures to provide and maintain hygienic environments.


• Provide emergency medical treatments such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid required to stabilize the patient’s condition and prevent more serious complications pursuant to established policy and security conditions.


• Document nurse progress notes in medical charts including patient’s health status, changes in condition, and medications administered; review charts for changes in orders and transcribe; prepare written reports, records and summaries; perform quality improvement activities such as auditing charts and compiling statistics; ensure applicable regulatory standards are met including documentation of the care delivery process.


• Carry out therapeutic procedures which provide for the emotional and physical comfort of patients.


• Provide patient education related to good health habits and answer questions regarding prescribed treatment; provide health related education and training to staff.


• Prepare and maintain medical treatment rooms, ensuring supplies are available and ready for use; order and stock medical and related supplies and equipment as needed.


• Maintain safety, health and well being of individuals in the therapeutic environment; may assist in physically restraining patients who are a threat to themselves or others and may be hostile and combative; follow facility procedures regarding techniques and duration of confinement; notify appropriate personnel of action taken and document as required.


• Coordinate and/or participate in clinics; schedule appointments; conduct screening tests; give immunization injections; create and maintain associated records.


• Coordinate outside medical appointments for inmates; schedule appointments; arrange for transportation; inform patient of special instructions required as appropriate.


• May delegate to other personnel direct care duties consistent with their licensure, certification and competency; supervise inmates assigned to the infirmary.


• Perform related duties as assigned.

Under immediate supervision, incumbents acquire skills and experience in performing the duties outlined in the series concept. This is the entry level in the series, and progression to the journey level may occur upon successful completion of the probationary period, and with the recommendation of the appointing authority.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Working knowledge of: universal precautions and infection control techniques and procedures; medical terminology sufficient to understand doctor’s orders.


• General knowledge of: current nursing practices, principles, methods and procedures; application of the nursing process including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation; documentation process; uses and effects of medications used in nursing; operation and use of standard medical equipment; nutrition and personal hygiene as applied to patient care; human growth and development; routine laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures; physical restraint techniques and procedures as allowed in the practice setting.


• Ability to: interview patients to elicit a health history, symptoms and/or complaints; clinically assess the basic health status of a patient; develop, implement and evaluate a nursing care plan; prepare and maintain medical records, charts and reports; follow detailed oral and written instructions; provide health education to patients; provide emergency medical treatment as required; assist in physically restraining patients consistent with department policy; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with supervisors, custody and medical staff, patients and families; delegate appropriate assignments to subordinate staff.

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Benefits Include

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).


• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.


• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.


• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.


• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.


• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.


• No Nevada state income tax.


• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.


• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).

• State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The Following Are Legal Holidays

• January 1.............................................. New Year's Day


• Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday


• Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday


• Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day


• June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day


• July 4.................................................... Independence Day


• First Monday in September.............. Labor Day


• Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day


• November 11........................................ Veterans' Day


• Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day


• Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day


• December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

01

Do you have any of the following?

• License as a Registered Nurse and one year of professional nursing experience.


• An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.


• None of the above.

02

A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes


• No

03

Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in these positions must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes


• No

04

Probationary employees working in a correctional setting must successfully complete 40 hours of "preservice" training provided by the Department of Corrections. Are you willing to accept this condition of employment?

• Yes


• No

05

Please list your licensure as a Registered Nurse below.

06

This position is located in Ely, Nevada. Are you willing to accept employment in this rural location?

• Yes


• No


• Required Question