Registered Nurse - MCC

Registered Nurse 2 (RN2) Fulltime, Permanent

Monroe Correctional Complex (MCC) Monroe, WA

Schedule: Thursday-Monday 6:00AM-2:30PM (Tuesday/Wednesday off)

Monthly Salary Range: $8,151- $13,362 Hourly Salary Range: $46.84- $76.79

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 two dollars and fifty cents ($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. One dollar ($1.00) per hour during any hours assigned to work from 11:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m.

B. Three dollars ($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. Monroe Correctional Complex is our only facility that takes care of dialysis patients in house.

• 26 beds in patient unit
• Treatment of chronic disease such as HEP C, diabetes, hypertension, cancer, Alzheimer dementia and COPD
• The 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 the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non-permanent positions.

Duties

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Supplemental Information

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:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

Important Notes:

• DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form.
• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit

• Please include a minimum of three (3) 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.

**Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.

• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. 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 near 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, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made 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 projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.

• Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire