Corrections Nurse, Sheriff's Office

Nurse

The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office is a full-service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with five K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by Sheriff Ty Rupert, the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office serves over 200,000 residents in Deschutes County.

Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.

Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.

This position provides professional nursing duties in a corrections' setting that include physical assessments, verification of medication and treatment, TB testing, documentation of medical care, scheduling, and conducting sick calls. Will also be responsible for communicating with medical, mental health, and public health communities, alcohol and or drug detoxification, administering medications, scheduling out-of-facility physician and dental appointments, maintaining statistics, and resolving medical bills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide non-emergency medical services in the jail during daily sick-call; takes requests for medical services; examines inmates as needed; dispenses treatment; administers medications and injections; collects laboratory samples.
• Coordinates medical needs of inmates with jail providers; works with providers to assess and treat medical conditions.
• Assesses medical needs and evaluates medical requirements of inmates.

What You Will Bring: Knowledge of or experience with:

• Principles and practices of professional nursing.

Skill in:

• Responding to stress and medical emergencies with haste and sound judgment.
• Maintaining medical records and writing clear and concise reports.
• Communicating effectively in both oral and written form.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with individuals, whether members of the public or coworker, from diverse groups and backgrounds.

$8,596.49 to $11,520.18 per month for a 182.53 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.

Nurses currently work twelve hour shifts and follow our Correction's team schedule of four days on and four days off; however, shifts may vary. May be required to work eight, ten or twelve hour shifts including nights, weekends and holidays. Must be available for all shifts including day, swing, and/or graveyard.

Benefits:

Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $100 per month for employee only or $121 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing;
• Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing;
• OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.

Must possess an Oregon State Registered Nurse license by date of hire. Preference will be given for: A Bachelor's Degree in Nursing; AND one year of experience in a hospital or physician's office. ICU, medical/surgical, or emergency room experience is helpful but not required.

Necessary Special Requirements:

• The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment.) This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, when necessary, to meet employment and agency needs.
• Must pass a driving record review and criminal history background.
• A current driver's license and the state of origin are required. Candidates who wish to be considered for this position must include an accurate driver's license number and state of origin on their application under the Personal Information section.

Background Investigation:

• A successful candidate will complete a full background investigation and interview prior to receiving a conditional job offer.

Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities. All are encouraged to apply - we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences.