Registered Nurse -WR- WSP

Registered Nurse 2 (Rn2) Full Time, Permanent Washington State Penitentiary (Wsp)

Join the Department of Corrections (DOC) team to make a real difference in the lives of others and to find personal fulfillment in your role. DOC is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Registered Nurse (RN) for the WA STATE PENITENTIARY located in Walla Walla, WA. Registered Nurses will receive shift differential in the amount of two dollars and fifty cents ($2.50) per hour for evening shift and night shift work.

Employees may also qualify for one or both of these supplemental shift premiums in addition to the above.

A. One dollar ($1.00) per hour during any hours assigned to work from 11:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m.

B. Three dollars ($3.00) per hour during any hours worked from Friday midnight to Sunday midnight. At the WA State Penitentiary Complex, we value our nurses and understand how important they are to our patients and their families. Additionally, we offer a great benefit package along with opportunity for professional and personal growth.

Application assessment will be ongoing, and the hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.

"This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non-permanent positions."

A completed application packet will include and is

REQUIRED:

A detailed resume. A cover letter regarding you interests and outlining your qualifications. Three professional references.

• The registered nurse delivers services which promote health, foster healing, and support coping and adjustment to various health conditions.
• Screening, assessing, and evaluating incarcerated individuals and their conditions
• Responding to all other requests for health care attention in a complete, timely, clinically appropriate and therapeutic manner;
• Delegating and supervising work, monitoring, managing, coordinating, and delivering health care;
• Planning transition, making referrals and arranging follow-up when patients transfer or return to the community;
• Assisting patients to improve their skill and ability to provide care for themselves and their family ;
• Counseling, consulting, teaching, advising, and providing health information that improves quality of health services and/or enhances safety and security.

• Initial and continuous unencumbered licensure in the State of Washington as a Registered Nurse OR An unencumbered Multistate License from a participating Compact Licensure State and completion of the MLS demographic survey.
• One year experience working as a Registered Nurse.
• Must be American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) (Advanced Cardiac Life Support or other will not substitute for BLS)
• Proficient using computer-based programs to schedule, monitor and track patient information, perform data entry and word processing. Communicate via e-mail as well as other programs that may be needed to complete assigned work.
• Ability to work independently and with limited supervision.

NOTE:

Must have initial and continuous unencumbered/unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse. CORE COMPETENCIES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:
All staff entering into employment with the Department of Corrections must possess the following competencies at the time of hire:
Safety, Treats Others with Respect and Courtesy, Dependability, Accountability, Judgment and Problem Solving, Leadership, Communication, Relationship Building, Ethics and Integrity, and Embracing Diversity and Cultural Differences. All supervisors and managers must also possess the following:
People Management and Managing for Results.

• Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust:
  Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
• Respectful and inclusive interactions:
  Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
• People's safety:
  Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
• Positivity in words and actions:
  At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
• Supporting people's success:
  Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.