CORRECTIONS NURSE I (UMP)

State of Illinois • Naperville, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice is looking to hire a highly organized and detail-oriented Licensed Registered Nurse, Corrections Nurse I. This position will be responsible for performing direct nursing care to individuals in a congregate care setting. The successful candidate shall possess a valid Illinois License and good oral and written communication skills, be a self-starter, and be able to carry out nursing assignments pursuant to the direction of medical personnel in a correctional setting.

Requirements

• Requires graduation from an approved nursing education program resulting in an associate or diploma degree in nursing or a bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Requires completion of the Corrections Nurse Trainee program, OR, one (1) year of nursing experience (within the last five (5) years) in an acute care setting; preferred experience includes emergency room care, medical/surgical nursing, and/or ambulatory care.
• Requires licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Illinois.
• Requires the ability to pass an IDOC/IDJJ background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.
• Requires current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification

Nice To Haves

• Prefers at least one (1) year of nursing experience in a congregate care setting.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working in and/or beside mental health.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working in an Urgent Care and/or related setting.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working with a juvenile population.
• Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working on an interdisciplinary team.
• Prefers the ability to multitask.
• Prefers strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and primary nursing care services.
• Reviews and maintains records.
• Maintains security of medications, medical equipment, and supplies in accordance with facility policies.
• Monitors and maintains compliance of safety and sanitation in patient treatment and examination rooms.
• Reviews medical records and completes health status forms on individuals in custody for transfers to ensure continuation of care.
• Participates in the Quality Assurance Programs through concurrent monitoring of staff compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees