Registered Nurse

Introduction

Sand Ridge Secure Treatment Center (SRSTC) within the Department of Health Services (DHS) is recruiting to fill multiple Registered Nurse positions to work in Mauston, WI.

Work hours will be on a rotating schedule of days. Currently available shift:

• 8-hour PM shifts 2:00pm-10:30pm, and every other weekend

SRSTC opened in 2001 and provides care and treatment for several different patient populations. The center houses Wisconsin's Sexually Violent Persons Program, provides care and treatment for persons found not guilty by reasons of mental disease or mental defect, and provides court ordered treatment, testing, and education to patients found not competent to stand trial. SRSTC is a 500-bed treatment facility and is part of the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS). Watch this video to learn more about the work of DCTS .

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an amazing benefits package , including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time ; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $47/month for single plans and $117/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
  
  
• Exceptional pension plan with a 7.25% employer match in 2027 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
  
  
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High-Deductible Health Savings.
  
  
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program.
  
  
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
  
  
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.
  
  

Position Summary

As a Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Using the nursing process to implement nursing interventions in basic and complex patient situations in both a clinic environment and specialty care unit.
  
  
• Completing daily nursing assessments.
  
  
• Activating medically approved protocols.
  
  
• Responding to medical and/or psychiatric emergencies.
  
  
• Administering medications.
  
  
• Working closely with physicians in the provision of medical and psychiatric care.
  
  
• Planning and implementing medication teaching, promoting health, and preparing patients for medical procedures.
  
  

Salary Information

Starting salary is between $43.72 and $50.61/hour (approximately $90,900 and $105,200 annually), based on years of licensure. Additional increases are based on years of licensure in the chart below.

Years of Licensure Pay Rate
0 $43.72
3 $45.97
5 $47.12
7 $48.28
9 $49.45
11 $50.61

• $1.40 /hour differential for 1 st shift RNs that work hours between 6pm and 6am.
• $3.90 /hour differential for permanent 2 nd or 3 rd shift RNs for work hours between 6pm to 6am.

• $0.80 /hour weekend differential applies to worked shifts.
• $3,000 sign-on bonus applies to those with no prior state service in the last five years; who stay with the facility in the position until completing probation. Bonus will be split, $1,500 upon hire and $1,500 after completing probation.

A 12-month probationary period is required.

Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is classified as a Nursing Clinician 2 and is in pay schedule and range 11/02.

Job Details

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer.

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by SRSTC or medical personnel approved by the facility after their start date.

Qualifications

At a minimum, you'll need the following:

• Licensure or eligible for licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin . This includes graduate nurses within 3 months of graduation. Must have graduate nurse permit upon hire.
• Experience or education related to performing physical and mental health assessments.
• Experience, education, or interest in nursing practice with a complex patient population.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills.

It would also be great if you have one or more of the following:

• Experience working in a secure healthcare setting.
• Experience in medical-surgical nursing.
• Experience working in a psychiatric setting.
• Experience working in a long-term care setting.

For a guide on developing your resume and what should be included in these materials, click here .

How To Apply

Applying is easy! Click "Apply for Job" to start your application process. Sign into your account or create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.

Helpful Information:

• Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click "Save" to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline.
  
  
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• Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above.
  
  
• Please monitor your email for communications related to this position.
  
  
• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
  
  
• If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs .
  
  
• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions . For questions about the position or for other employment inquiries, please contact Katie in Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io
  
  

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's Affairs, click here .

You will be required to attach your current resume in a Word or PDF compatible format and answer one or more questions.

Deadline to Apply

The posting will remain open until the positions have been filled.