Registered Nurse (NIGHT SHIFT ONLY)(SDSP)

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 45,791 - 53,685; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Generous vacation and sick leave accrual

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The South Dakota State Government is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Department of Corrections. This position provides skilled nursing care for incarcerated offenders at the South Dakota State Penitentiary.

Responsibilities include documenting inmate medical records, assisting in medical procedures, and ensuring a secure clinical environment. Applicants must have a current RN license and be prepared to work night shifts and weekends.

Benefits include health insurance, paid holidays, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, valid license as a Registered Nurse from South Dakota Board of Nursing.
• Commitment to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care for incarcerated offenders in clinical settings.
• Document accurate inmate medical records in a timely manner.
• Assist physicians with medical procedures and provide patient education.

Skills

Ability to effectively treat patients on a daily basis

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to follow patient confidentiality standards

Ability to respond to emergency situations

Ability to work a variety of shifts

Education

Current, valid license as a Registered Nurse

Job description

Job ID: 35248

Agency: Department of Corrections - Clinical and Correctional Services

Location: Sioux Falls, SD

Salary: $33.24-$38.97 hourly, depending on qualifications (+$5.00 night/$1.50 weekend differential)

Pay Grade: N2

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Job Summary

This position provides skilled nursing care for the incarcerated offender in various clinical clinic settings and is a night shift position at the South Dakota State Penitentiary. The nurse will work every third weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) and every third holiday.

What you will do:

• Documenting in an accurate and timely manner to provide comprehensive inmate medical records;
• Transcribing reports at shift changes;
• Providing standardized patient education within established nursing guidelines;
• Preserving confidentiality;
• Providing physical care and treatments, administering medications, collaborating on treatment plans, employing infection control measures, providing crisis intervention, interviewing and triaging offenders and performing patient and staff instruction;
• Assisting physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners with minor medical and surgical procedures;
• Ensuring ordering and restocking of medications and supplies;
• May occasionally be required to participate in restraining an offender primarily for medical reasons;
• Observing and reporting the physical and emotional condition of offenders, including the effectiveness of medications and treatments during triage, sick call, and emergency situations;
• Performing physical and emotional assessments of offenders during triage, sick-call, and emergency situations, employing basic nursing and assessment skills and protocol;
• Promoting and being 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;
• Operating a variety of clinical equipment dictated by the type of equipment available in the assigned work unit;
• Informing supervisor of any violations of security or safety through the report writing process;
• Attending training programs as assigned, including successful completion of the Basic Training Academy and Threat Pattern Recognition self‑defense course;
• Being required to work any shift, weekends, and holidays.

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).
• 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.

Required Competencies:

• Ability to effectively treat patients on a daily basis in a variety of settings;
• Ability to follow patient confidentiality standards;
• Ability to respond to emergency situations involving offenders and/or medical situations;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language;
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing;
• Excellent discernment and decision making skills;
• Ability to follow instructions and pay attention to details;
• Ability to work a variety of shifts on a full time basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Correctional nursing experience;
• Acute Care or Long Term nursing experience;
• Charge Nurse and/or supervisory experience.

Conditions of Employment:

• 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.

Additional Requirements:

• Attach a resume or Curriculum Vitae with three professional references (employer or educational).

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. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

'An Equal Opportunity Employer'