Director of Nursing (DON/RN)

NaphCare, Inc.; Rawlins (WY); On-site; USD 73,012 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

401K with company contribution

Paid time off & paid holidays

Free continuing education and CMEs

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to join our team in the Wyoming State Penitentiary in Rawlins. This full-time position involves collaborating with medical staff to provide care to incarcerated individuals.

The ideal candidate will lead nursing operations, ensuring a positive work environment while managing resources and staffing. Competitive pay and benefits start on day one, with a focus on making a difference in a unique healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted RN license required.
• Three years management experience in correctional healthcare or acute care.
• Ability to manage staffing and clinical supplies.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing operations and resources effectively.
• Ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Train staff on procedures and policies.

Skills

Clinical management experience

Communication skills

Staff leadership

Knowledge of health care laws

Ability to handle diverse patients

Education

Current Registered Nurse license

BLS/CPR Certification

Job description

Job Details

Location: US-WY-Rawlins

ID: 2026-30097

Category: Nursing

Position Type: Full-Time

Overview

NaphCare is hiring an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to join our team of medical professionals in the Wyoming State Penitentiary in Rawlins, Wyoming.

Pay rates range from $53.00 to $55.00 per hour based on shift, site needs, hire status, and experience.

As a Correctional Director of Nursing (DON), you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical personnel to provide care to the incarcerated individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have a variety of duties to keep you engaged. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical and dental needs.

Responsibilities

The Director of Nursing is instrumental in fostering a positive work environment for all nurses and support staff. You will lead by example and set clear expectations and direction for their work, communicate practice changes, advocate for nursing needs, offer guidance and support, collaborate with other staff members and be involved in recruiting, coaching and mentoring new nursing staff.

• Collaborating with medical and mental health teams to enhance quality patient care
• Leading Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities
• Managing nursing operations, resources, budgets, and staffing schedules
• Ensuring staff adhere to current and new policies and procedures and company Code of Conduct
• Monitoring staffing needs and helping to recruit new staff
• Conducting educational classes and training staff on new procedures/policies
• Mitigating risks by proactively addressing potential hazards, including dangerous work conditions, health and safety concerns and reporting issues to company leadership and facility management.

Qualifications

• Holds a current, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse within the state
• Must possess an active BLS/CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
• Three years of clinical and progressive management experience in a government or private organization related to comprehensive medical, dental, and mental healthcare services within a correctional healthcare or acute care setting
• Ability to manage complex staffing matrices and clinical supplies
• Excellent communication skills with proven experience leading, managing, and coaching medical staff through complex Human Resource issues and challenges.
• Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening

Physical Capabilities

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Benefits

Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran