Supervisor, Correctional Health Nursing - Sheriffs Office (On-site)

Supervisor, Correctional Health Nursing

Join the Anoka County Sheriff's Office (ACSO), where every day our members follow our mission "To protect and serve the community in a manner that preserves the public trust." We invite you to consider joining these public safety professionals as a Supervisor, Correctional Health Nursing. This position performs a variety of duties which include supporting and overseeing daily operations of Correctional Health Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses in providing direct and indirect nursing care to meet the psychological, physical, and mental health needs of inmates.

This is a full-time, exempt, on-site position.

Pay & Benefits

• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 37: $91,769.60 to $128,440.00 annually ($44.12 to $61.75 per hour).
• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more.
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

• This position will work at the Anoka County Jail, located at 325 Jackson Street, Anoka, MN 55303.
• Expected work hours are Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and oversee daily operations of Correctional Health Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses in providing direct and indirect nursing care to meet the psychological, physical, and mental health needs of inmates.
• Provide direct supervision and leadership to correctional health nurses on the unit to ensure daily medical needs and staffing requirements are met.
• Conduct trainings and in-services.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case reviews and care coordination meetings.
• Oversee and manage staff scheduling; accurately review and approve nursing hours.
• Ensure accurate data gathering and patient records.
• Monitor nursing care through direct observation and review of medication records, nursing notes, and other pertinent information.
• Develop and implement unit service standards, policies, and procedures.
• Remain current on program-related legislation, rules, regulations and impacts on services.
• Develop performance measurement and quality improvement processes; provide ongoing quality improvement of care by participating in meetings with correctional staff, department administration, contracted agencies and vendors.
• Collaborate with internal and external medical service providers.
• Implement processes that ensure complete patient records and data collection.
• Maintain infection prevention and control practices.
• Assist in monitoring environmental safety, including sharps counts and hazardous materials handling.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Bachelor's degree or higher in nursing or related field and three years (2,080 annual hours) of job-related experience.
• Requires registration as a professional nurse in the state of Minnesota.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• One or more years of supervisory experience.
• Prior work experience in correctional health, triage, primary care clinics, emergency room, or hospital setting.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions

• Standard office environment, correctional and detention institutions, field offices, courtrooms, hospitals and schools, and various community settings depending on assignment.
• Work activities may require contact with uncooperative, angry, and sometimes hostile clients depending on assignment.
• Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness.
• Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds.
• Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and handling/carrying medical equipment.
• Regular lifting of 0-25 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to medical equipment.
• Exposure to bodily fluids, infectious agents, toxic or caustic chemicals, airborne particles, fumes, or other hazards is possible while performing essential duties.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

No tattoos, scars or brands that qualify as "Unauthorized Tattoos" under the Sheriff's Office Policy 1044.3 are allowed under any circumstances by any member of the Anoka County Sheriff's Office. Tattoos on the head, face, neck, or hands are prohibited. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. (Complete policy available upon request).

Selection Process

It is important that your application shows all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions.

Pre-employment Requirements

Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

About Anoka County

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: Through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here.

Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment

Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.