Registered Nurse (DAY SHIFT ONLY) (JPA)

the South Dakota State Government • Sioux Falls, SD

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The South Dakota Department of Corrections is hiring a Registered Nurse to provide skilled nursing care to incarcerated offenders in a variety of clinic settings at Jameson Prison Annex in Sioux Falls. The posted schedule is day shift, 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., for 36 hours per week. The position may also be required to work other shifts, weekends, and holidays; holiday work is described as every third holiday, and weekend work may be every third weekend depending on staffing.

The nurse provides direct patient care, administers medications and treatments, documents medical records, educates patients, and collaborates on treatment plans. The role also includes triage, crisis response, assisting with minor procedures, maintaining clinical supplies, and contributing to the safety and security of the clinical environment. Required training includes the Basic Training Academy, Threat Pattern Recognition self-defense course, CPR to AHA guidelines, and successful completion of written and practical self-defense assessments.

The position offers $33.24–$38.97 per hour depending on experience, with a $10,000 hiring incentive for eligible candidates. Full state benefits and SDRS retirement are offered. Current and former state employees do not qualify for the hiring incentive. Employment is contingent on background investigation, drug screening, and ability to perform essential job functions. New employees must also complete tuberculosis screening. Applicants must apply online and attach a resume or curriculum vitae.

Requirements

• Hold a current, valid Registered Nurse license from the South Dakota Board of Nursing or a state participating in the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Ability to treat patients daily in a variety of settings.
• Ability to follow patient confidentiality standards.
• Ability to respond to emergencies involving offenders and/or medical situations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand English and communicate fluently in English verbally and in writing.
• Excellent discernment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and pay attention to details.
• Ability to work full time across a variety of shifts.
• Successfully complete the Basic Training Academy and Threat Pattern Recognition self-defense course.
• Successfully complete CPR to AHA guidelines, including written and hands-on practical portions.
• Successfully complete written and practical self-defense exams and meet the physical demands of those assessments.
• Complete a background investigation, urine drug screen, and tuberculosis screening upon hire.
• Verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete Form I-9; the state uses E-Verify.
• Attach a resume or curriculum vitae and apply online; emailed applications or resumes are not accepted.

Nice To Haves

• Intravenous certification.
• Long-term and acute-care experience.
• Experience as an LPN in a correctional environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care to incarcerated offenders in various clinic settings.
• Document care accurately and promptly to maintain comprehensive offender medical records.
• Provide standardized patient education within established nursing guidelines.
• Transcribe reports at shift changes and preserve patient confidentiality.
• Provide physical care and treatments, administer medications, and collaborate on treatment plans.
• Employ infection-control measures and refer new arrivals to appropriate Clinical Services staff.
• Conduct crisis intervention, interview and triage offenders, and provide instruction and orientation.
• Assist physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners with minor medical and surgical procedures.
• Order and restock medications and supplies.
• Observe and report offenders’ physical and emotional condition, including responses to medications and treatments during sick calls and emergencies.
• Promote and maintain safety and security in the clinical environment, including control and counting of sensitive items and contraband such as syringes, needles, narcotics, instruments, and keys.
• Operate clinical equipment available in the assigned work unit.
• Report security or safety violations to a supervisor through the report-writing process.
• Attend assigned training, including the Basic Training Academy and Threat Pattern Recognition self-defense course.
• Possibly participate in restraining an offender, primarily for medical reasons.

Benefits

• $10,000 hiring incentive for eligible candidates; current and previous state employees are not eligible.
• Full state benefits and SDRS retirement; the position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
• $0-premium employee health insurance option.
• Eleven paid holidays.
• Vacation and sick leave accrual.
• Dental, vision, and other insurance options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed