Nurse Supervisor

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full state benefits

SDRS retirement

Hiring Incentive $10,000

Job summary

South Dakota Department of Corrections seeks a Nurse Supervisor (NM1) based in Pierre to lead nursing staff and ensure high-quality, compliant patient care across clinical settings. You will work with the Health Services Administrator to develop staff, monitor performance, and uphold licensure standards.

The role carries a $35.00–$50.00 hourly rate with full state benefits and SDRS retirement. Applicants must hold an SD RN license or be eligible via eNLC, and have three years of full-time

Qualifications

• Must hold a current RN license from SD Board of Nursing or eNLC state.
• Three years of full-time RN experience in patient care required.
• Bachelor's degree may substitute for one year of experience; advanced degrees substitute more.

Responsibilities

• Ensure nursing policies, standards and documentation meet regulatory requirements.
• Supervise staff and coordinate clinic operations and scheduling.
• Provide patient education and oversee care delivery in multiple clinical settings.
• Maintain unit safety, supply levels and collaboration with other departments.

Skills

Nursing supervision

Clinical care

English communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

RN license (eNLC accepted)

Job description

Agency: Department of Corrections - Clinical Services

Location: Pierre, SD - SDWP

Salary: $35.00 to $50.00 per hour, depending on experience

Pay Grade: NM1

Closing Date: open until filled

This is a full-time position with the Department of Corrections. For more information on the Department of Corrections, please visit http://doc.sd.gov.

The South Dakota Department of Corrections is hiring! Join the DOC - view DOC Recruitment video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bI3Hwg99jTg&t=9s

$10,000 Hiring Incentive!

Full state benefits and SDRS retirement

Current and Previous State Employees do NOT qualify for the Hiring Incentive

The Nurse Supervisor (NM1) within the South Dakota Department of Corrections (SD DOC) is accountable for implementing nursing policies and procedures that align with best practices and meet regulatory requirements. They work closely with the Health Services Administrator (HSA) to promote high standards of care and support the professional development of nursing staff to provide quality care to patients in various clinical settings.

Why the Department of Corrections?

At the Department of Corrections (DOC), we have an opportunity to make a difference. As a Department of Corrections employee, you will have a chance to experience:

• Creativity - We are always looking for innovative ideas to help us achieve improved outcomes.
• Making a difference - You will have an opportunity to make a difference in the life of fellow South Dakotans.
• Professional development - We provide valuable trainings to ensure well-trained staff that is competent, accountable, and empowered and will assist you in reaching your career goals.
• Teamwork - In a team-oriented approach, you will have the ability to work cooperatively with others in a friendly work environment to achieve shared goals.

What you will do

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Reviews and ensures compliance of SD DOC policies, clinical standards, nursing protocols, and clinical documentation.
• Monitor and facilitate progressive patient care through team approach.
• Delivers patient education to include demonstrating and explaining self-care techniques, anticipating possible complications of treatments, informing about desired and undesirable side effects of medication and treatments, and listening to offender concerns.
• Assists Health Services Administrator (HSA) and Clinical Compliance & Education Specialist (CCES) in maintaining clinical skills of licensed nursing staff and unlicensed assistive personnel while ensuring tasks performed are within scope of licensure.
• Identifies and addresses potential problems, establishes priorities and proposes corrective actions.
• Promotes and is accountable for safety and security of the clinical environment through conscientious observations and sensitive item/contraband control including counting syringes, needles, narcotics, instruments, and key control.
• Responsible for payroll, scheduling, and Continuous Performance Communication (CPC) check-ins and appraisals; accountable for completion of shift responsibilities for 8-12 hours per day; point person for daily clinic operations and decisions; assigns nursing staff, coordinates staff orientation, and rearranges and reorganizes clinic routines as needed, assists in hiring, participates in promotional examinations and disciplinary recommendations.
• Recommends, implements, and monitors compliance with policies and procedures; functions as an on-call supervisor and as such arranges for coverage when appropriate and approves overtime.
• Maintains unit cleanliness while ensuring appropriate stock levels of medical supplies and equipment maintenance.
• Coordinates patient care with other departments/agencies/vendors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Applicant must possess a current, valid license as a Registered Nurse from the South Dakota Board of Nursing or any state participating in the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).

- - AND - -

• Applicant must have three (3) years of full-time experience providing patient care as a Registered Nurse.

Substitutions

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in nursing may substitute for one year of the required experience.
• A master's degree or doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in nursing may substitute for two years of the required experience.

Required Competencies

• ability to effectively supervise staff;
• ability to effectively treat offender patients;
• maintain required licensure/credentials;
• excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills;
• ability to read and comprehend the English language;
• ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing;
• ability to problem solve and think critically to effectively resolve issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year or more of nursing supervisory experience;
• Nursing experience as a Registered Nurse in a correctional environment;

Conditions of Employment

The SD DOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, urine drug screen and the candidate's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Individuals selected for the position will have the opportunity to carry Oleoresin Capsicum (OC/pepper spray) if desired. If OC spray is carried, the staff carrying OC spray will be required to have direct (level 1) exposure during the training program. Individuals selected for the position must successfully complete a written and practical self‑defense exam and successfully complete CPR to AHA guidelines - this includes successful completion of the practical/hands on portion as well as the written exam. Selected individuals must possess the physical ability to successfully complete the practical self‑defense exam, which involves the following: lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist; stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down; use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows; withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows; rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic; get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions. Additionally, TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I‑9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E‑Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources

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http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus

'An Equal Opportunity Employer'