DOC Menard CC Director of Nursing

State of Illinois•Chester, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as the Director of Nursing for Menard Correctional Center. The incumbent will work as a line supervisor to nursing staff, assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance and training to assigned staff, scheduling staff to meet day-to-day operating needs, establish annual goals and objectives. The incumbent will work with state and contractual staff and monitor the quality of care given to our patients. The Director of Nursing will assist with the monthly reports, have open communication with the Office of Health Services, assist with CQI data collection and studies, as well as audit completion. Menard Correctional Center consists of a total of 155 buildings, which comprise of more than 1,294,000 square feet. The facility sits on a 2600 acres, with 41 acres being enclosed by perimeter. Menard Correctional Center houses the following individuals in custody: receiving and orientation, segregation, healthcare unit and medium security. We invite all qualified applicants to apply.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college.
Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible Registered Nursing experience.
Requires current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification.
Requires the ability to pass the 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.
Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
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 professional experience supervising professional staff.
Prefers at least one (1) year working experience in a correctional setting.
Prefers at least one (1) year professional experience delivering in-service training.
Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience interpreting and monitoring healthcare contracts.
Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience making nursing schedules for a twenty-four/seven (24/7) healthcare facility.
Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience with problem solving patient complaints.
Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience maintaining a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) program along with recommending and implementing improvements.
Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience with data collection and preparing reports.
Prefers at least one (1) year of professional experience auditing healthcare records for accuracy and ensuring compliance with medical policies and procedures.
Prefers Bachelor of Science in Nursing or higher.

Responsibilities

Serves as full-line supervisor.
Provides direction, assistance and example on nursing treatments and procedures.
Schedules special clinics and reviews lines for proper care and follow-up.
Manages nursing staff documents.
Serves as an auditor for the Internal Audit Team, an instructor for employee Module Training and Grievance Officer.
Acts as a liaison for outside specialty clinics, hospitals, as directed.
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