Registered Nurse - Nebraska Correctional Center for Women

State of Nebraska•York, NE

7d•$50•Onsite

About The Position

The work we do matters! Varying shifts available, inquire at the time of interview. ✨Starting wage $50.000/hour. Additional $3/hour facility differential for hours worked, plus $1.50 - $2.50 shift differential.✨ We want you to join our team! The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) employs nearly 2,300 team members operating nine institutions, which house approximately 5,200 inmates, statewide. The department's focus includes inmate programming and education, physical and behavioral health care, re-entry services, and community programs, and is accredited by the American Correctional Association (ACA). Candidates will model the NDCS values of integrity, respect, compassion, growth, and excellence as we accomplish our mission, "Keep people safe." Information about the Department can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For more information call 402-471-2654. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [email protected]. Under limited supervision of a Nursing Director/Associate or Nurse Supervisor, provides professional nursing care for ill, injured, or disabled inmates. Provides clinical direction and guidance to Licensed Practical Nurses and direct care staff, provides direct patient nursing care and treatment within the scope of licensure in a correctional setting. Performs patient care in a clinic or hospital setting. Administer medications, transcribe and carry out doctor's orders, assess patients utilizing protocols, triage. Assist in moving patients. Starting pay rate: $50.000/hour plus additional $3.00/hour facility differential for hours worked. Also eligible for $1.50 - $2.50/hour shift differentials for certain shifts worked.

Requirements

A current license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. with assistance.
Will complete four to eight weeks of on the job training.
Must submit to background security check.
Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the pre-employment medical examination and a drug test.
Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid Nebraska Department of Correctional Services' Pre-service Training Program.

Nice To Haves

Experience in assigning, reviewing, leading, or supervising the work of others.

Responsibilities

Provides professional nursing care for ill, injured, or disabled inmates.
Provides clinical direction and guidance to Licensed Practical Nurses and direct care staff
Provides direct patient nursing care and treatment within the scope of licensure in a correctional setting.
Performs patient care in a clinic or hospital setting.
Administer medications, transcribe and carry out doctor's orders, assess patients utilizing protocols, triage.
Assist in moving patients.

Benefits

13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, accruing immediately)
Military leave
156% state-matched retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
79% employer paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government
Meaningful public service -- service with a purpose!
Numerous training and development opportunities
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer!
Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits