Registered Nurse #00413: Wallens Ridge State Prison

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Wise (VA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a Registered Nurse I for Wallens Ridge State Prison. The role involves delivering nursing care within an adult correctional setting using the nursing process, with opportunities for professional growth.

The position offers a salary range from $83,614 to $107,023 annually plus a $7,500 sign-on bonus or up to $10,000 student loan repayment for eligible new hires.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Virginia RN license and be in good standing.
• BLS certification through AHA or ARC required on hire.
• Experience in a correctional setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care within adult institutions by utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating institutional patients per the standards of practice.
• 99% of duties include 24-hour nursing care, telemedicine, chronic care clinics, sick call screenings/triage, medication administration, patient education, and basic life support/emergency care.
• Document all pertinent information into the health record while maintaining confidentiality and interfacing with other departments as needed.
• Registered Nurses can delegate tasks/workload and adjust hours/locations as assigned to meet institutional needs.
• Support evidence-based nursing and promote continued competence through education/certification.
• Assignments to other duties or locations may be necessary to meet clinical and administrative needs.

Skills

BLS

Correctional nursing

Education

Virginia RN license

Job description

Title

Registered Nurse #00413: Wallens Ridge State Prison

State Role Title

Registered Nurse I

Hiring Range

$40.20 - $51.45

Pay Band

4

Agency

Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location

Wallens Ridge State Prison

Agency Website

https://www.vadoc.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Job Duties

• $7,500 Sign-On Bonus or up to $10,000 Student Loan Repayment may be available for eligible new hires
• Provide nursing care within adult institutions by utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating institutional patients per the standards of practice.
• Standard of care is achieved through a multitude of services to include 24-hour nursing care, telemedicine, chronic care clinics, sick call screenings/triage, medication administration, patient education, and basic life supporting/emergency care.
• Document all pertinent information into the health record while practicing confidentiality and interfacing with other departments on an as-needed basis.
• Registered Nurses possess the ability to delegate tasks/workload and work hours, days, and locations as assigned. Registered Nurses are capable and available to provide coverage as needed to meet institutional needs.
• To provide evidence-based nursing care and promote continued competence through education/certification with a focus on correctional nursing.
• Assignments to other duties or locations may be necessary to meet the clinical and administrative needs of the Department.
• This is a full-time position with an annual salary range of $83,614 - $107,023.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess and maintain valid unrestricted Virginia RN license (if you are a recent graduate of a nursing program in VA and not yet licensed, NCLEX-RN Exam must be scheduled at time of application)
• Certified Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers with current certification through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) is required upon hire

Additional Considerations

• Experience in a correctional setting

Background & Drug Testing Requirements

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information

• Name: Alexandra Helfrecht
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Inclusion

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

EEO Statement

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

Veterans Encouragement

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services.

Note

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.