CDOC Mid Level Provider (RN) / Nurse Manager - (DENVER)

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Colorado Department of Corrections is hiring a Nurse Manager to manage, supervise, and direct a large clinic or multiple professional skilled nursing care units serving incarcerated inmates. The work may take place in an outpatient clinic, infirmary, or specialized cell house setting. The position is accountable for nursing management and administration of a clinical unit and may function as the Health Services Administrator in that person's absence. The position is based in Denver, Colorado, and is open to Colorado residents. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location. The successful candidate will lead nursing staff and unit operations, ensure quality care and compliance with applicable standards and safety procedures, and coordinate with other departments, facilities, and outside agencies. The role also includes staff hiring and performance management, scheduling and payroll responsibilities, budget and reporting duties, inmate grievance resolution, and maintaining medical records. Applicants must hold an active RN license in Colorado or an eNLC-participating state and have four years of professional RN experience, subject to the stated education substitution. Preferred experience includes correctional nursing and nursing supervision. Employment is contingent on meeting the listed eligibility, background, medical screening, drug testing, and training conditions. The role may require participation in inmate restraints for medical reasons, completion of defensive tactics training, physical ability to perform defensive tactics, work across rotating shifts, and travel.

Requirements

Hold a valid, active Registered Nurse license from Colorado or a state participating in the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
Have four years of professional experience as a Registered Nurse; appropriate education may substitute for up to two years of required experience on a year-for-year basis, with transcripts attached.
Demonstrate self-control and the ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations.
Remain alert, emotionally stable, mentally resilient under pressure, and observant throughout a shift.
Tolerate stress, confinement, and high-stakes interactions.
Provide direct patient care to inmates.
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to read and comprehend English and communicate fluently in English.
Create accessible documents and technical content that follow plain-language guidelines.
Problem-solve and think critically to resolve issues effectively.
Lead effectively in a complex environment and collaborate across facility programs and disciplines.
Have advanced clinical skills and the ability to facilitate patient care within a multidisciplinary health care program.
Be at least 21 years old, hold a valid driver’s license, and possess a high school diploma or GED.
Have no disqualifying felony convictions or disqualifying history of sexual abuse or sexual misconduct as described in the posting.
Be legally eligible to work in the United States; the CDOC uses e-Verify and does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.
Successfully pass Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, including English reading comprehension, competency assessments, and written and practical defensive tactics exams.
Possess the physical ability to complete defensive tactics training and perform the physical tasks specified in the posting, including restraint and control techniques.
Be able to see and hear to observe, address, and respond to potential safety and security breaches.
Be able to work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person, and restraint; interact tactfully with people with varied moods and behaviors, including diverse racial and ethnic groups and people who are mentally ill or emotionally disturbed.
Be willing and able to travel and to work various shifts, including days, afternoons, and graveyards, on a rotating schedule.
Complete required tuberculosis screening, medical screening, background investigation, and drug testing; pass random drug screening during employment.
Check applicable licensing requirements regarding marijuana use and not work under the influence of any substance.
Be willing to be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and while on assignment.
Provide written or official dispositions for any criminal charges revealed by the background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Experience providing medical care to an incarcerated population.
At least two years of nursing supervisory experience, including staff coaching, mentoring, monitoring, performance management, complaint or grievance resolution, scheduling, leave approval, and input that may affect pay, status, or tenure.
Professional experience as a registered nurse in a correctional environment.
Experience supervising professional health care staff in an acute patient care environment.

Responsibilities

Manage, supervise, and direct a large clinic or multiple professional skilled nursing care units in an outpatient clinic, infirmary, or specialized cell house setting.
Remain accountable for nursing management and administration of the clinical unit 24 hours per day.
Lead, organize, supervise, review, and evaluate assigned staff, including completing Performance Management Documents.
Hire assigned staff and recommend corrective or disciplinary action when appropriate.
Manage payroll and Nurse III scheduling; approve and monitor floor nurse schedules and agency usage; oversee daily operations.
Ensure assigned staff receive appropriate in-service education and training.
Assist the Health Services Administrator and function in that capacity when they are absent.
Serve as liaison between the clinical unit, other DOC departments, other facilities, and outside agencies.
Facilitate team building within the unit and across DOC departments.
Manage the unit budget, reporting, conflict resolution, inmate grievances, and comprehensive inmate medical records.
Maintain standards of care for the work unit.
Direct and coordinate timely reporting of statistical and quality assessment data.
Serve as a resource for standards, including ACA standards, and oversee nursing components of accreditation.
Review and monitor CQI compliance.
Formulate and implement policies and procedures that promote quality care.
Ensure staff compliance with Life/Safety policies and procedures.
Occasionally participate in restraining an inmate for medical reasons.
Attend assigned training, including two-day self-defense training.

Benefits

PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401(k) and 457 plans.
Medical and dental health plans.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Paid life insurance.
11 paid holidays per year, plus vacation and sick leave.
Wellness program.
Tuition reimbursement.
Training opportunities.
Career advancement opportunities throughout the state system.
Secure and flexible retirement benefits.