CDOC Mid Level Provider (RN) / Nurse Manager - (DENVER)

State of Colorado • Denver, CO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides management, supervision, and direction for a large clinic or multiple professional skilled nursing care units for incarcerated inmates in either an outpatient clinic, infirmary, or specialized cell house setting. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Responsible and accountable 24 hours per day for the nursing management and administration of a clinical unit; Provide leadership and vision while supervising, organizing, and reviewing and evaluating the work (to include Performance Management Documents) of all assigned staff; Responsible for the hiring and recommending corrective and disciplinary action of all assigned staff; Assume responsibility for payroll, scheduling of Nurse III's, approves and monitors schedules for floor nurses and agency usage, and day-to-day operational activities; Ensure that assigned staff receives appropriate in-service education and training; Assist the Health Services Administrator and may function in that capacity in their absence; Responsible for liaison interface between the Clinical Unit and other DOC departments, other facilities, and outside agencies; Facilitate team building within the unit and between the Clinical Unit and other DOC departments; Responsible for budget, reporting, conflict resolution, inmate grievances, and maintaining a comprehensive inmate medical record; Responsible for maintaining the standards of care for the work unit; Directing and coordinating the timely reporting of statistical and quality assessment data; Perform as a resource person for all standards, including ACA, and is responsible for nursing components of accreditation; Review and monitor CQI compliance; Formulate and implement policies and procedures essential to promoting quality care; Responsible and accountable for ensuring staff compliance with all Life/Safety policies and procedures; May occasionally be required to participate in restraining an inmate for medical reasons; Attend training programs as assigned including 2 day self-defense to ensure self protection skills.

Requirements

• Valid, active Registered Nurse License from the State of Colorado or any state participating in the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)
• Four (4) years of professional experience as a Registered Nurse
• Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations
• Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift
• Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction
• Ability to provide direct patient care to inmates
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind
• Ability to problem solve and think critically to effectively resolve issues
• The ability to be an effective leader in a complex environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across facility programs and disciplines
• Advanced knowledge of clinical skills
• Ability to facilitate patient care within a multi-disciplinary health care program
• Must be 21 years of age
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609
• Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position
• Successfully pass all modules of the Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension , relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics
• Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics
• Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist
• Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down
• Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows
• Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows
• Swing a baton in a striking technique
• Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic
• Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions
• Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment
• Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security
• Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury
• Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently
• Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations
• Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner
• Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed inmates
• Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments
• Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings
• Willing and able to travel
• Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule
• TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire
• Successful completion of a background investigation is required

Nice To Haves

• Experience providing medical care to an incarcerated population
• At least two years of nursing supervisory experience
• Professional experience as a registered nurse in a correctional environment
• Experience supervising professional health care staff in an acute patient care environment

Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable 24 hours per day for the nursing management and administration of a clinical unit
• Provide leadership and vision while supervising, organizing, and reviewing and evaluating the work (to include Performance Management Documents) of all assigned staff
• Responsible for the hiring and recommending corrective and disciplinary action of all assigned staff
• Assume responsibility for payroll, scheduling of Nurse III's, approves and monitors schedules for floor nurses and agency usage, and day-to-day operational activities
• Ensure that assigned staff receives appropriate in-service education and training
• Assist the Health Services Administrator and may function in that capacity in their absence
• Responsible for liaison interface between the Clinical Unit and other DOC departments, other facilities, and outside agencies
• Facilitate team building within the unit and between the Clinical Unit and other DOC departments
• Responsible for budget, reporting, conflict resolution, inmate grievances, and maintaining a comprehensive inmate medical record
• Responsible for maintaining the standards of care for the work unit
• Directing and coordinating the timely reporting of statistical and quality assessment data
• Perform as a resource person for all standards, including ACA, and is responsible for nursing components of accreditation
• Review and monitor CQI compliance
• Formulate and implement policies and procedures essential to promoting quality care
• Responsible and accountable for ensuring staff compliance with all Life/Safety policies and procedures
• May occasionally be required to participate in restraining an inmate for medical reasons
• Attend training programs as assigned including 2 day self-defense to ensure self protection skills

Benefits

• PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans
• Medical and dental health plans
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Paid life insurance
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• Wellness program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED