Registered Nurse (RN) - Night Shift

Department of Corrections – Correctional Health Job ID: 36490 | Location: Pierre, South Dakota Women’s Prison | Shift: Night shift 6:00 pm – 6:30 am. Salary: $34.00 to $39.00 per hour, depending on experience, plus $5.00 night differential, $1.50 weekend differential, and potential overtime. Benefits include full‑state benefits, SDRS retirement, $0 premium employee health insurance, eleven paid holidays, vacation and sick leave accrual, dental and vision insurance. Responsibilities Document patient care accurately and timely to maintain comprehensive inmate medical records. Transcribe reports at change of shifts. Provide standardized patient education within established nursing guidelines. Preserve confidentiality of inmate information. Provide physical care and treatments, administer medications, collaborate on treatment plans, employ infection control measures, provide crisis intervention, interview and triage offenders, and instruct patients and staff. Assist physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners with minor medical and surgical procedures. Order and restock medications and supplies. Participate in restraining offenders for medical reasons as needed. Observe and report physical and emotional condition of offenders, evaluating medication effectiveness during triage, sick call, and emergencies. Perform assessments of offenders during triage, sick call, and emergency situations using basic nursing and assessment skills. Ensure safety and security of the clinical environment, control contraband, and manage item counts such as syringes, needles, narcotics, instruments, and keys. Operate clinical equipment available in the assigned unit. Report security or safety violations via the report writing process. Attend and complete required training programs, including Basic Training Academy and Threat Pattern Recognition self‑defense course. Qualifications Current, valid registered nurse license from the South Dakota Board of Nursing or a state participating in the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact. Ability to treat patients on a daily basis in various settings. Knowledge of patient confidentiality standards. Ability to respond to emergency situations involving offenders and/or medical issues. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Proficient reading, comprehension, and verbal communication in English. Strong discernment and decision‑making skills. Attention to detail and adherence to instructions. Willingness to work full‑time shifts, including weekends and holidays. Preferred Qualifications Correctional nursing experience. Experience in acute or long‑term care. Charge nurse or supervisory experience. Conditions of Employment Job offers contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, urine drug screen, and medical screening. Candidates may be required to carry Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) spray if desired and must complete a written and practical self‑defense exam and CPR to AHA guidelines. TB screening required upon hire. This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act and is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08. The State of South Dakota offers a $0 premium employee health insurance option, eleven paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision and other insurance options, and retirement benefits under Class A SDRS. Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr