Nurse 1 (Registered Nurse)

Nurse 1 (Registered Nurse)Guided by a single mission "To reduce recidivism among those we touch," the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future.To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at you ready? We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you'll ever find with a work family that is second to none!Job DescriptionThere are two (2) positions available. Only one application is needed to apply for both.What you'll do:Administers medication (e.g., oral intramuscular and intravenous) and monitors patient medication compliancePerforms treatments and performs or assists with nurse's sick callAssists with doctor's sick callPerforms or assist with nursing management of chronic care clinicsResponds to emergencies providing emergency care and cardiopulmonary resuscitationPerforms subjective and objective assessment of patientsCollects vital signs and timely documents all findingsCollects urine and/or other bodily fluid specimensPrepares patients for release or transfer to other facilities (e.g., intrasystem or out to court) by reviewing patient care, transfer summaries or release summariesEnsures discharge medication orders are completed and timely forwarded to pharmacy servicesParticipates in work-related training and institution training exercisesProvides assistance to other healthcare staffInvestigate and documents problem areas or areas of concernReviews shift report from preceding shift(s)Assist physicians with medical proceduresAssumes duties of other nurses during absencesCounsels/provides education to patients regarding healthcare maintenance and prevention of diseaseParticipates in quality assurance activitiesProvides training and work direction to new nurses, agency nurses, licensed practical nurses, and/or hospital aidesServes as a resource person for other healthcare and security staff regarding healthcare mattersProvides orientation and training for new healthcare personnel at the direction of the Nursing SupervisorServes as the lead clinical authority on site in the absence of the HCA, QIC, medical director and/or advanced level provider staffParticipates in group programmingParticipates in health and wellness initiativesPerforms administrative duties as indicatedAttends meetingsSchedules multidisciplinary team meetingsAssumes the duties of shift charge as assigned by the HCA making shift work assignments and adjustments as necessaryPerforms or assist with inventory and ordering of medical suppliesAssists ancillary staff as needed to ensure patient care needs are metStarting pay is approximately $80,000 based on location/shift assignments.Ohio has joined the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), which went into effect January 1, 2023. The NLC allows an RN to hold one multistate license (MSL) in their primary state of residence while practicing virtually or over state lines in 37 other compact states across the country.DRC is a "qualifying employer" for purposes of the federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness program.At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website!Our benefits package includes:Medical CoverageFree Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility periodPaid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per yearChildbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leaveEducation and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.QualificationsRequires current licensure as registered professional nurse in state of Ohio as issued by Board of Nursing per Section 4723.03 of Ohio Revised Code. Job Skills: Nursing, Urgent and Emergency Care, Basic Medical Procedures, Medical Charting, Direct Support/Direct Care, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Teamwork, Cultural AwarenessApplication Procedures: In order to be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.) When completing your on-line Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your qualifications, experience, education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your on-line application. You can check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website. We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office so proper arrangements can be made.The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobacco-free workplace. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana. Pre-Employment Background Investigation: The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring: Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use; Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was unable to consent; Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism; Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior. ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.