DOC Menard CC Corrections Nurse II
About The Position
The Illinois Department of Corrections is hiring a licensed registered nurse to provide direct nursing care to individuals in a correctional facility. The role carries out nursing assignments under the direction of medical personnel and monitors the work and records of lower-level nurses. The position also serves as a lead worker and helps maintain the supply and security of medical equipment. The position is based at Menard Correctional Center in Menard, Illinois, and is fully in office. Work is scheduled on one of three rotating 12-hour shift patterns. The role is a full-time, salaried, union position. Applicants must apply electronically through the Illinois jobs website.
Requirements
- Graduation from an approved nursing education program resulting in an associate or diploma degree in nursing and three years of progressively responsible professional nursing experience; or a bachelor's degree in nursing and two years of professional experience; or a master's degree in nursing.
- Licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Illinois.
- Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification.
- Ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- Ability to pass a drug screen.
- Ability to use digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in support of departmental digital enhancements and transformation efforts.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to carry out nursing assignments under the direction of medical personnel in a correctional setting.
Nice To Haves
- At least two years of nursing experience in a correctional setting.
- At least two years of experience working in mental health.
- At least two years of problem-solving experience in a nursing position.
- At least two years of experience working on an interdisciplinary team.
- At least two years of work experience in a leadership role.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care and primary nursing care services.
- Monitor and review functions carried out by lower-level nurses.
- Review record-keeping functions.
- Serve as lead worker to lower-level nurses.
- Maintain adequate supply and security of medical equipment.
- Review medical records and complete health summary forms for individuals in custody transfers.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the listed duties.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Pension plan
- Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefit programs
- Paid state holidays
- Paid personal business days
- Paid sick days
- Paid vacation days
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
- Training and career advancement opportunities
- Full 20-year retirement awards include free health insurance during retirement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
