CORRECTIONS NURSE I

State of Illinois•Jacksonville, IL

5d•$6,796 - $9,227•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Corrections 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 correctional facility. The successful candidate shall demonstrate 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. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply!

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 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 current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification.
Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs, including cannabis, by an employee, regardless of the position held is prohibited.
Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.

Nice To Haves

Prefers at least one (1) year of nursing experience in a correctional setting.
Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working in mental health.
Prefers at least one (1) year of experience problem solving in a nursing position.
Prefers at least one (1) year of experience working on an interdisciplinary team.
Prefers at least one (1) year of working experience in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care and primary nursing care services.
Reviews record keeping functions to check physician orders implemented.
Maintains security of medical equipment and supplies.
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.
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.

Benefits

Health, Life, Vision and Dental Insurance
12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
Pension Plan - Vesting at 10 years for Tier II
Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
Paid state holidays: 13 - 14 day annually
3 paid Personal Business days annually
12 paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over year to year)
10 - 25 Paid Vacation days annually (10 days beginning at year 1 employment)
Personal, Sick and Vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules (As applicable)
Employee Assistance Program and/or Mental Health resources