DOC Vandalia Corrections Nurse Trainee
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 licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Illinois.
- Requires current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification.
- Required to maintain a current active licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Illinois.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Performs on-the-job training in a variety of nursing care functions, such as administering medications, monitoring vital signs and examining individuals in custody utilizing nursing assessment skills and techniques.
- Receives formal training on how to assess patient progress.
- Receives hands-on training in proper procedures to set up, operate and monitor special equipment, such as respirators, and suction devices, AED, oxygen.
- Receives extensive on-the-job training.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
