Institution Registered Nurse (RN) - Oak Creek Youth Correctional Facility

State of Oregon; New York, Oak Creek (NY, WI); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 124.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Comprehensive health coverage

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement benefits

Wellness resources

Career development

Zusammenfassung

Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is seeking an Institutional Registered Nurse (RN) for the Oak Creek Youth Correctional Facility in Albany, OR. The Health Services Clinic Nurse will provide comprehensive health care services to youth in custody and develop care plans in coordination with medical and mental health teams.

The role includes daily sick calls, emergency response, and meticulous documentation in the electronic health record, with a focus on continuity of care from admission to discharge.

Qualifikationen

• Possess a valid Oregon Registered Professional Nurse's License at the time of appointment.
• Possess an active CPR card.
• A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record are required.

Aufgaben

• Promote and maintain the physical and mental health of youth in custody and provide comprehensive nursing care.
• Holds daily sick-call and as-needed evaluations; initiate treatment per care plans.
• Evaluate youth returning from unauthorized absence and parole violations; provide emergency care.
• Assist other providers with examinations and reports; ensure proper medication handling and disposal.
• Document care in the electronic health record and enter JJIS health information.

Kenntnisse

Team collaboration

Prioritization of tasks

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Oregon Registered Nurse License

CPR certification

Tools

Electronic Health Record System

Jobbeschreibung

Position Title

Institution Registered Nurse (RN) - Oak Creek Youth Correctional Facility

Location

Albany, OR

Shift Information

Varied; covering shifts not only at Oak Creek YCF but all statewide clinic facilities.

Job Responsibilities

As the Health Services Clinic Nurse, you will promote and maintain the physical and mental health of our youth in custody. You will be responsible for the provision of comprehensive health care services and for the direct professional nursing care to our youth having physical and mental health complaints. As the RN, you will also develop a health care plan for the youth. Other duties include:

• Holds daily sick-call and as-needed evaluations.
• Initiates appropriate treatment according to current medical and nursing treatment plans of care.
• Evaluates youth returning from unauthorized absence and parole violations according to standard procedure.
• Provides emergency and first aid evaluations and treatment, as required, sustaining vital functions.
• Refers patients to appropriate emergency provider.
• Assists medical, dental, psychiatric, and psychological providers with examination and reports.
• Performs destruction of unused or outdated medication.
• Performs discharge planning functions to ensure continuity of care.
• Ensures youth is educated regarding health conditions, health care needs and medication prior to discharge.
• Carries out physician/dentist/nurse practitioner orders, ensuring they are appropriate, by observation and feedback from staff members, youth and youth's family.
• Evaluates effectiveness of care and adjusts accordingly while being consistent with best practices of the nursing profession.
• Collects laboratory specimens and samples for testing and analysis.
• Maintains accurate, legible and complete records of patient care in electronic Medical record (HER) including chart documentation, objective data collection, treatment provided, evaluation of treatment effectiveness, patient education provided, and the writing of nursing care plans.
• Enters essential youth-related health information into Juvenile Justice Information System (JJIS).

Salary and Working Conditions

Salary Range: $8,059.00 - $11,152.00

Position Type: Employee

The salary range listed is the non-PERS participating rate. If you are already a participating PERS member or become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6%. This position receives annual increases on anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family.
• Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.
• Retirement Benefits: Membership in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Wellness Resources: Support for work-life balance, health, and overall well-being.
• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Commuting: Access to Get There – Oregon’s carpool matching tool and trip planner.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference.

Eligibility Requirements

• Possess a valid Oregon Registered Professional Nurse's License at the time of appointment.
• Possess an active CPR card.
• A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record are required. A driving record check will be conducted on the final candidate(s).

Preferred Attributes

• Experience working with an Electronic Health Record System.
• Knowledge of medical ethics.
• Experience working in a team environment in a variety of environments and situations.
• Experience prioritizing and completing work assignments with specified deadlines.

Employer Information

The Oregon Youth Authority (OYA) is a national leader in the juvenile justice field, pioneering the implementation of a positive human development framework for its work with staff and youth, and using data to match the right youth with the right services. We seek to foster cultural competence and pursue equitable solutions to support youth under our care. Our agency mission is to protect the public and reduce crime by holding youth accountable and providing opportunities for reformation in safe environments. If you are looking to join a team that values individual and cultural differences and the opportunity to contribute in the success of youth reformation by enriching our workforce with diversity, OYA wants to hear from you! People of color, women and other members of historically underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply! For more information please visit www.oregon.gov/oya.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

OYA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be individualized based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. The more diverse we are, the better our work will be. Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process.

Pre‑Employment Checks

We will conduct a criminal record check, per OAR 416 Division 800, a driving record background check and a vulnerable population abuse and neglect check. Information obtained about an individual is confidential. An individual who refuses to consent to a criminal records/background check shall be disqualified from consideration in the position for which you applied. All applicants are subject to additional pre‑employment check(s) such as fingerprint based on criminal records check, pre‑employment drug screening and/or education verification as required for the position. All positions in OYA will require the incumbent to serve as a mandatory reporter of child abuse.

Visa Sponsorship and Work Authorization

We do not offer Visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I‑9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. OYA uses E‑Verify to confirm that applicants are authorized to work in the United States.

Union Representation

This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU/OPEU).