Registered Nurse - Monroe, WA

Washington State ESD; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A state corrections facility in Washington is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse 2 (RN2) to provide care in a challenging and rewarding environment. The ideal candidate will have an active RN license in Washington and one year of nursing experience. This position offers a comprehensive benefit package and opportunities for professional growth. Join us to make a significant impact on the lives of others in a supportive and dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Shift differentials for evening and weekend shifts

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with unencumbered licensure in the State of Washington.
• One year of experience working as a Registered Nurse.
• Proficient in computer-based patient management programs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver health services in a correctional facility setting.
• Screen and assess the health conditions of incarcerated individuals.
• Administer treatments and medications following established protocols.

Skills

Critical thinking

Compassionate care

Clinical assessment

Effective communication

Emergency response

Education

Registered Nurse License in Washington

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Medical software

Job description

Registered Nurse 2 (RN2)

Fulltime, Permanent — Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC), Monroe, WA

Schedule: Mon-Fri 2:00PM-10:30PM

Join the Department of Corrections (DOC) team to make a real difference in the lives of others and to find personal fulfillment in your role. DOC is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Registered Nurse (RN) for the Monroe Correctional Complex located in Monroe, just outside the Seattle area in Washington. Registered Nurses will receive shift differential in the amount of $2.50 per hour for evening shift and night shift work. Employees may also qualify for one or both of these supplemental shift premiums in addition to the above:

• A. $1.00 per hour during any hours assigned to work from 11:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m.
• B. $3.00 per hour during any hours worked from Friday midnight to Sunday midnight.

At the Monroe Correctional Complex we value our nurses and understand how important they are to our patients and their families. Additionally we offer a great benefit package along with opportunity for professional and personal growth.

Monroe Correctional Complex is one of our larger facilities handling a patient population with many diverse health care needs. MCC is our only facility that takes care of dialysis patients in house.

• 26 bed inpatient unit
• Treatment of chronic diseases such as HEP C, diabetes, hypertension, cancer, Alzheimer dementia and COPD
• Outpatient clinic sees 15-20 patients per day

The mission of the Department of Corrections is to 'improve public safety by positively changing lives.' For additional information visit our website at doc.wa.gov

Application assessment will be ongoing; the hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It’s to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non-permanent positions.

Some of what our RNs do:

• The registered nurse delivers services which promote health, foster healing, and support coping and adjustment to various health conditions.
• Screening, assessing, and evaluating incarcerated individuals and their conditions
• Responding to all other requests for health care attention in a complete, timely, clinically appropriate and therapeutic manner
• Delegating and supervising work, monitoring, managing, coordinating, and delivering health care
• Planning transition, making referrals and arranging follow-up when patients transfer or return to the community
• Assisting patients to improve their skill and ability to provide care for themselves and their family
• Counseling, consulting, teaching, advising, and providing health information that improves quality of health services and/or enhances safety and security

On-Call Nurses:

• Be available to work all shifts (day, swing and graveyard) including weekends and holidays.
• Be willing to work a minimum of 10 shifts a month.
• Provide written availability by the 10th of each month for the following month's coverage.
• Be willing to complete a paid three-week correctional worker core training M-F from 8 to 4:30 pm.

• Initial and continuous unencumbered licensure in the State of Washington as a Registered Nurse

OR

• An unencumbered Multistate License from a participating Compact Licensure State as outlined by the Nurse Licensure Compact and Department of Health with completion of Suicide Prevention, EDIR training, and MLS demographic survey.

AND

• One (1) year experience working as a Registered Nurse
• Training by the American Heart Association in Healthcare Provider CPR
• Proficient using computer-based programs to schedule, monitor and track patient information, perform data entry and word processing, and communicate via email, as well as other programs that may be needed to complete assigned work
• Ability to work independently and with limited supervision

Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.

Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values:

• Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
• Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
• People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
• Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
• Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

Important notes:

• Please include a minimum of three professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.
• Phone number and email address are required for all professional references.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or in close proximity to incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free work environment. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process. Applicants who test positive for any controlled substances will be disqualified from consideration.
• OC is available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care programs may be present; applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about exposure levels.
• TB is a priority health issue for DOC employees. A baseline TB skin test may be required within 60 days from the date of hire.
• This position may be represented by a Union Shop.
• This position requires respirator medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by WA Industrial Safety & Act standards.
• Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds.
• Foreign degree evaluations may be required; see guidance on credential evaluation from WAVES or AICE. Documentation required to move forward in hiring.
• This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non-permanent positions.
• The DOC complies with I-9 requirements; must provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
• DOC does not use E-Verify; not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practical Training (OPT).

DOC is committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies:

• Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever-changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.
• Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and backgrounds.
• Respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
• Promote inclusiveness.
• Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal.

For questions about this recruitment or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail]. TTY service available via Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.