Corrections Patient Care Aide for Reentry Support

US Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

US Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System seeks corrections professionals who foster a humane, secure environment and prepare individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Qualifications include GL-04 or GL-05 education and experience in nursing or related fields to support patient care within a correctional setting. Applicants should demonstrate eligibility through education or work history aligning with the specified requirements.

Qualifications

• GL-04 requires six months general experience and six months specialized nursing-related experience.
• Qualifying specialized experience includes nonprofessional nursing care in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes or home health aide roles.
• GL-05 requires at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level.
• Examples include pre/post-operative nursing, care for mentally ill or long-term patients, and assisting physicians with exams.

Education

GL-04: Two-year degree in practical nursing or related field

GL-05: Bachelor's degree or related courses

Job description

US Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System seeks corrections professionals who foster a humane, secure environment and prepare individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Qualifications include GL-04 or GL-05 education and experience in nursing or related fields to support patient care within a correctional setting. Applicants should demonstrate eligibility through education or work history aligning with the specified requirements.