Graduate Nurse - EVENING SHIFT - Emergency Nursing

Salary: $45.01 - $73.79 Hourly
Registered Nurse 2 On Call (RN2-OC) Washington Corrections Center (WCC)
Salary Range: $45.01 - $73.79 / hourly
The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking highly motivated and qualified individuals to take on the dynamic role of on-call Registered Nurse for the Washington Corrections Center (WCC) located in Shelton, WA.
*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.*
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.

One dollar ($1.00) per hour during any hours assigned to work from 11:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m.
Three dollars ($3.00) per hour during any hours worked from Friday midnight to Sunday midnight.
The Washington Corrections Center is our reception center were all those that are being assigned to DOC come for an initial evaluation and are then sent to other facilities for their care needs. This is a busy facility seeing patients for physicals and transfers. Washington Corrections Center has both inpatient and outpatient clinics that see numerous patients for different health needs and concerns.
A completed application packet will include and IS REQUIRED :
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Practice nursing safely and effectively in the correctional setting and within the scope of practice defined by state law and administrative code:
Assess, monitor, and interpret objective and subjective data.
Develop nursing diagnoses and outcomes to be achieved as a result of nursing intervention.
Plan the delivery of health care, defining timeframes and pathways for delivery of services, prioritizing and sequencing care.
Implement care plans by providing direct patient care, directing others about the urgency, timeframes, and methods to deliver health care on and off site, determining when needs for care or services become more urgent, require clarification, or require another type or level of intervention. Analyze and evaluate the structure, process, and timeframes for service delivery, the expected effects of treatment or intervention, and the outcomes to be achieved. Revise the plan of care as necessary.
In accordance with the intent and provisions of established policies, practices, and procedures, employ appropriate safety techniques to push, pull, lift, and carry loads.
Delegate responsibility for patient care to other nurse and assistive nursing personnel after considering the needs, condition, and stability of the patient, potential for harm, complexity of task, and predictability of outcome.
Teach, instruct, monitor, supervise, and evaluate the implementation of tasks and the results of patient care assigned to other personnel.
Direct and supervise subordinate health care staff assigned to a patient care area.
Make nursing assessments; Ensure that practice is consistent with state licensure laws, administrative rules, policies, and procedures.
Communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and via computer or other electronic media with offenders, their families, other health care personnel, custody, and other institutional personnel:
Protect the confidentiality of health records.
Maintain accurate, legible, and complete records of patient care.
Write nursing care plans and interdisciplinary treatment plans and complete other entries to support the problem-oriented health care record.
Legibly document clinical findings, the rationale and plan for actions taken to deliver nursing and other aspects of health care.
Respond to health care emergencies throughout the facility and institution grounds:
~ Provide emergency medical care including CPR, using triage format, to individual offenders, staff, visitors, and members of the community.

Provide competent nursing services:
Assess the subjective and objective symptoms of patient's medical and emotional conditions during nursing triage, ambulatory care clinics, and infirmary rounds; initiate appropriate intervention according to Health Services policies and procedures, treatment plans, and protocols.
Administer medical and nursing treatment, including medication administration, treatments, dressing changes, monitoring and evaluating vital signs, obtaining and preparing specimens for laboratory analysis, starting and administering IV's, traction, and assisting with minor surgeries.
Self-evaluate and practice professional nursing conduct at all times:
Be in attendance, capable, and competent to practice nursing as assigned.
Remain on duty until adequate replacement has arrived and communication has occurred to ensure continuity of patient care.
Provide accurate, authoritative information to groups or communities.
Actively participate in the Correctional Healthcare Team:
Function as a job coach and mentor during the on-the-job training phase of the new employee orientation; provide direction to the new employee, observe performance and provide feedback to supervisors, and complete a written and or verbal evaluation of job training whenrequested.
Participate in Health Services Quality Improvement activities.
Practice in accordance with DOC Policy and Offender Health Plan.
Participate in formal clinical oversight according to facility and DOC Health Services Clinical Oversight Structure.
On-Call Nurses :
Be available to work all shifts (day, swing and graveyard) including weekends and holidays.
To qualify for benefits upon hire, you must be willing to work 10 shifts a month.
Be willing to complete a paid three-week correctional worker core training M-F from 8 to 4:30 pm.

Active and unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in Washington State. 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. One year experience working as a Registered Nurse.
Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.

NOTE: Must have initial and continuous unencumbered/unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse.

Our Vision : Working together for safer communities.
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.
# Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. Corrections is committed to our community - understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). 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.

**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. 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. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.

Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds. Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies:
Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.
Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Many DOC jobs are covered by the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) eligible position to a PSERS eligible position, they actually retire under two different systems/plans. For more information, please contact the Department of Retirement System at: View phone number on click.appcast.io.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email nicholas.Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Do you currently hold an active and unencumbered single state or multi-state license as a Registered Nurse?
What state(s) do you hold an active and unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse and what is your license(s) number?
If you currently hold a Multi-State Compact Nursing License, what is your primary state of residency?
Please provide your WA State Department of Health RN license number or multi-state RN license number
Which best describes your level of experience working as a Registered Nurse?
Have you ever been reported to the Nursing Commission for any violation of the Nurse Practice Act?
DOC website or jobs page)

• DOC Social Media (message broadcast via Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.)
• Other Online job board (Indeed.Veteran Source (Job board, Social Media, Military Organization, etc.)
• WA Nursing Commission News/Stu Nurse Publication
• 3100 - Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for an immigration-related employment benefit?

3100 - If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States? (The below link lists acceptable documents:
If you hold an multi-state compact RN license from another state, have you completed the required Suicide Prevention, EDIR training, and MLS demographic survey as required by the WA State Board of Nursing?