Corrections Nurse; LPN

Serves as a professional nurse in the county corrections facility; performs a variety of nursing duties in a correctional setting, exercising considerable independent judgment in all aspects of the medical program; performs physical examinations of adults in custody and treats or refers them appropriately; dispenses or provides for dispensing of medications under the direction of a registered nurse.

• Performs accurate and thorough chart documentation. SOAP nursing notes are clear, concise and thorough.
• Performs accurate and thorough nursing assessment. Professional nurses will be competent and knowledgeable in assessment of physical, mental and emotional status of adults in custody.
• Demonstrates accurate and thorough skills and knowledge of nursing procedures. Professional nurses will be skilled and knowledgeable in technical procedures.
• Performs consistent and professional medical department operations.
• Adheres to the security principles and procedures of the facility.
• Maintains pharmacy upkeep and medication dispensing.
• Maintains facility and county standards of operation at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Possession of a license to practice as a licensed practical nurse in the State of Oregon at the time of appointment.
• Ability to complete training on the security and supervision of inmates within six months after initial hire.
• This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a post offer drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: [policy link omitted].
• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check, including finger printing; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.
• Typical
  
  Work Schedule:
  
  Works in a 24-hour, 7-day a week operation, with rotating shift schedules and workstations. This includes working day and swing shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as required.

• Thorough knowledge of nursing skills and practices; public health laws and regulations.
• Good knowledge of criminal and civil liability associated with the practice of medicine in a correctional facility; procurement and maintenance of equipment and supplies used in the provision of medical care services.
• Ability to function independently with minimum supervision; act in a professional manner within a secured environment; work flexible hours/shifts; respond to stress and medical emergencies with haste and sound judgment; maintain medical records; write clear and concise reports; communicate effectively in both oral and written form; operate a computer; operate medical equipment; work harmoniously with professional leaders in the corrections and health disciplines, with other employees, and the inmate population.

• Additional $3.92 per hour for hours worked between 6:00 pm and 11:59 pm
• Additional $3.85 per hour for hours worked between 12:00 am and 5:59 am
• Additional $1.65 per hour for hours worked between Saturday at 12:01 am to Sunday at 11:59 pm

Employees working in the classification of corrections nurse for the Marion County Sheriff’s Office are eligible for 2.5% incentive pay upon successful completion of county trial service, and an additional 3% commencing with the fourth year of service in the classification for a total of 5.5%.

• Retirement Medical Trust with employer contributions
• Medical and dental insurance with generous employer contribution (Marion County pays 95%)
• PERS & OPSRP Retirement (Marion County pays employee's 6% contribution)
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• 1 paid commissioners holiday per year
• 2 paid personal days per year
• Employer provided Group Term Life Insurance
• Employer provided Long-Term Disability Plan
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

$28.72 - $37.87 Hourly

Hourly rate negotiable

This position is represented by the Marion County Law Enforcement Association (MCLEA).