Registered Nurse Supervisor: Sussex State Prison

DHRM; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 101,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Student loan repayment up to $10,000

Job summary

Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) seeks a Registered Nurse Supervisor at Sussex State Prison. You will oversee nursing care, coordinate with physicians and security, and supervise RNs and nursing techs to ensure inmates receive quality health services.

The role requires Virginia RN licensure, BLS, and strong supervisory skills. Offer includes a substantial annual salary and potential sign-on bonus, with a focus on staff development and clinical governance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Must possess and maintain a valid unrestricted Virginia RN license.
• Knowledge of nursing and supervisory principles and practices.
• Knowledge of medication usage, actions, and side effects.
• Working knowledge of principles and practices of professional nursing.
• Ability to effectively communicate with others.
• Ability to perform full physical assessments.
• Certified Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers is required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee health care delivery to inmates and employees during emergencies and routine care.
• Direct a staff of Corrections Nurse Technicians, RNs, and support staff in coordination with physicians and other professionals.
• Provide skilled nursing care, administer medications, and initiate emergency interventions.
• Develop and implement medical/nursing guidelines and maintain medical records.
• Provide training to staff and health education to inmates on healthy lifestyles.

Skills

Nursing supervision

Communication

Physical assessment

BLS certification

Medication knowledge

Education

Virginia RN license

Job description

Title: Registered Nurse Supervisor: Sussex State Prison

State Role Title: RN II/Nurse Prct I/Phy Asst

Hiring Range: $48.62 - $55.54/hour

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Sussex I State Prison

Agency Website: https://vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

$7,500 Sign-On Bonus or up to 10K Student Loan Repayment may be available for eligible new hires.
This is a full-time position with an annual salary range of $101,135 -$115.530.
Provides quality health care to inmates and employees during emergency events. Assists with overseeing the work of Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) and other medical staff. Directs a staff of Corrections Nurse Technicians, Registered Nurses, and support services in coordination with the physician, dentist, psychologist, and security staff to ensure that inmates are provided appropriate medical care. Serves as relief for the Health Authority for the site. Provides skilled nursing care to inmates. Assesses inmates’ health problems and needs, prepares and administers prescribed medications, initiates emergency interventions, first aid measures, and assists physician. Develops and implements medical/nursing guidelines and maintains medical records. Provides training as necessary to staff and education to inmates about healthy lifestyles. Assignments to other duties or locations may be necessary to meet the clinical and administrative needs of the Department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Must possess and maintain a valid unrestricted Virginia RN license issued by the board of nursing or a multi-state compact license (if you are a recent graduate of a nursing program in VA and not licensed, the NCLEX-RN exam must be scheduled at the time of application)
• Knowledge of nursing and supervisory principles and practices
• Knowledge of medication usage, actions, and side effects
• Working knowledge of principles and practices of professional nursing
• Ability to effectively communicate with others
• Ability to perform full physical assessments
• 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 working in a Corrections or Law enforcement environment
• Nursing supervisory experience
• Experience working with mental health patients

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.
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.
Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.
Tobacco Free: All VADOC facilities are Tobacco free. Use of all tobacco products is always prohibited on site.
Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.
VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
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. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services

Contact Information

Name: Christina Payne

Phone: [phone]

Email: Applications submitted via email will not be considered.

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.

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.

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