Registered Nurse - AHCC

Salary : $6,070.00 - $12,125.00 Monthly

Location : Spokane County - Airway Heights, WA

Job Type : Full Time - Permanent

Job Number : 2024-AHCC-RN1

Department : Dept. of Corrections

Division : HS - AHCC

Opening Date : 10 / 03 / 2024

Closing Date : 10 / 17 / 2024 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Description

Registered Nurse

Fulltime, Permanent

Airway Heights Corrections Center

Airway Heights, WA.

Registered Nurse 1 (in-training) :

Monthly Salary Range : $6,070.00-$9,951.00

Hourly Salary Range : $34.89-$57.19

Registered Nurse 2 :

Monthly Salary Range : $7,396.00-$12,125.00

Hourly Salary Range : $42.51-$69.68

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 for the Airway Heights Corrections Center located in Airway Heights, WA.

This position may be filled with a 12 month in training plan as a Registered Nurse 1 to the goal class of Registered Nurse 2.

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.

The Washington Corrections Center is our reception center were all those that are being assigned to DOC come for an initial evaluation and are then sent to other facilities for their care needs.

This is a busy facility seeing patients for physicals and transfers. Washington Corrections Center has both inpatient and outpatient clinics that see numerous patients for different health needs and concerns.

• Inpatient unit is a 14 bed unit
• DOC treats many chronic diseases with this facility specializing in liver disease, cancer care and HEP-C.
• Outpatient clinic sees between 15-30 patients a day for a variety of reasons and treatments.

The mission of the Department of Corrections is to 'improve public safety by positively changing lives. For additional information visit our website at

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. 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.

Duties

Practice nursing safely and effectively in the correctional setting and within the scope of practice defined by state law and administrative code :

• Access, monitor, and interpret objective and subjective data.
• Develop nursing diagnoses and outcomes to be achieved as a result of nursing intervention.
• Plan the delivery of health care, defining timeframes and pathways for delivery of services, prioritizing and sequencing care.
• Implement care plans by providing direct patient care, directing others about urgency, timeframes, and methods to deliver health care on and off site, determining when needs for care or services become more urgent, require classification, or require another type of level of intervention.

Obtain provider orders and accomplish prescribed interventions in a timely and clinically responsive manner.

Analyze and evaluate the structure, process, and timeframes for service delivery, the expected effects of treatment or intervention, and the outcomes to be achieved.

Revise the plan of care as necessary.

In accordance with the intent and provisions of established policies, practices, and procedures, employ appropriate safety techniques to push, pull, life, and carry loads.

Delegate and assign tasks to other staff as appropriate :

• Delegate responsibility for patient care to other nurse and assistive nursing personnel after considering the needs, condition, and stability of the patient, potential for harm, complexity of task and predictability of outcome.
• Teach, instruct, monitor, supervise, and evaluate the implementation of tasks and the result of patient care assigned to other personnel.
• Direct and supervise subordinate health care staff assigned to a patient care area.
• Make nursing assessments. Initiate treatment protocols accordingly.
• Ensure that practice is consistent with state licensure laws, administrative rules, policies, and procedures.

Communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and via computer and other electronic media with incarcerated individuals, their families, other health care personnel, custody, and other institutional personnel :

• Protect the confidentiality of health records.
• Maintain accurate, legible, and complete records of patient care.
• Write nursing care plans and interdisciplinary treatment plans and complete other entries to support the problem-oriented health care record.
• Legibly document clinical findings, the rationale and plan for actions taken to deliver nursing and other aspects of health care.

Respond to health care emergencies throughout the facility and institutional grounds :

Provide emergency medical care including CPR, using triage format, to incarcerated individuals, staff, visitors, and members of the community.

Provide competent nursing services :

Assess the subjective and objective symptoms of patient's medical and emotional conditions during nursing triage, ambulatory care clinics, and infirmary rounds;

initiate appropriate intervention according to Health Services Policies and procedures, treatment plans, and protocols.

Administer medical and nursing treatment, including medication administration, treatments, dressing changes, monitoring and evaluating vital signs, obtaining and preparing specimens for laboratory analysis, starting and administering IV's, traction, and assisting with minor surgeries.

Self-evaluate and practice professional nursing conduct at all times :

• Be in attendance, capable, and competent to practice nursing as assigned.
• Remain on duty until adequate replacement has arrived and communication has occurred to ensure continuity of patient care.

Establish therapeutic relationships that preserve professional boundaries with patients :

• Counsel, teach, and assist incarcerated individuals.
• Provide accurate, authoritative information to groups or communities.

Actively participate in the Correctional Healthcare Team :

• Function as a job coach and mentor during the on-the-job training phase of the new employee orientation; provide direction to the new employee, observe performance, and provide feedback to supervisors, and complete a written and or verbal evaluations of job training when requested.
• Participate in Health Services Quality Improvement activities.
• Practice in accordance with DOC Policy and Offender Health Plan.
• Participate in formal clinical oversight according to facility and DOC Health Services Clinical Oversight Structure.

If hired as a Registered Nurse 1, under close supervision from a Registered Nurse 2 or Registered Nurse 3, through on the job training, the employee will :

• Ability to use tools, techniques, and physical and cognitive skills and abilities to practice nursing safely and effectively in the correctional setting and within the scope of practice defined by state law and administrative code so that patient care provided is safe, effective, efficient, and clinically appropriate.
• Develop nursing diagnoses and outcomes to be achieved as a result of nursing intervention.
• Plan the delivery of health care, defining timeframes and pathways for delivery of services, prioritizing and sequencing care to be provided, ensuring continuity of care over time and place.
• Implement care plans by providing direct patient care, directing others about the urgency, timeframes, and methods to deliver health care on and off site, determining when needs for care or services become more urgent, require clarification, or require another type or level of intervention.

Take action as necessary to obtain provider orders and accomplish prescribed interventions in a timely and clinically responsive manner.

Analyze and evaluate the structure, process, and timeframes for service delivery, the expected effects of treatment or intervention, and the outcomes to be achieved.

Revise the plan of care as necessary to prevent complications and intervene to address new or emerging problems or to improve care and service delivery.

• Delegate responsibility for patient care to other nurse and assistive nursing personnel after considering the needs, condition, and stability of the patient, potential for harm, complexity of task, and predictability of outcome.
• Teach, instruct, monitor, supervise, and evaluate the implementation of tasks and the results of patient care assigned to other personnel.
• Assess the subjective and objective symptoms of patient's medical and emotional conditions during nursing triage, ambulatory care clinics, and infirmary rounds;

initiate appropriate intervention according to Health Services policies and procedures, treatment plans, and protocols.

• Administer medical and nursing treatment, including medication administration, treatments, dressing changes, monitoring, and evaluating vital signs, obtaining, and preparing specimens for laboratory analysis, starting, and administering IV's, traction, and assisting with minor surgeries.
• Communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and via computer or other electronic media with offenders, their families, other health care personnel, custody, and other institutional personnel.
• Remain on duty until adequate replacement has arrived and communication has occurred to ensure continuity of patient care.

Work overtime (voluntary and mandatory) and callback shifts as necessary to maintain service delivery, safety, and security.

Participate in institution safety and sanitation inspections, and report inadequacies to the appropriate authority.

At the end of the training period, the candidate will be proficient in the above and demonstrate competency in the areas required of a Registered Nurse 2 candidate.

Evaluations of knowledge, skills and abilities of the incumbent will be conducted at 6 months and 12 months during the Registered Nurse 1 training level.

At the end of the 12 months in training plan, the Registered Nurse 1 will progress to a Registered Nurse 2 and will serve a six-month trial service.

During the trial service period, the incumbent will be evaluated at four months for performance to ensure appropriate skill level, knowledge and abilities are demonstrated.

Qualifications

Registered Nurse 2 Required Qualifications :

• Initial and continuous unencumbered licensure in the State of Washington as a Registered Nurse
• An unencumbered Multistate License from a participating Compact Licensure State as outlined by the Nurse Licensure Compact and Department of Health with completion of Suicide Prevention, EDIR training, and MLS demographic survey.
• One (1) year expierence working as a Registered Nurse
• Training by the American Heart Association in Healthcare Provider CPR.
• Proficient using computer-based programs to schedule, monitor and track patient information, perform data entry and word processing, and communicate via email, as well as other programs that may be needed to complete assigned work.
• Ability to work independently and with limited supervision.

Desired Qualifications :

• Experience working as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting or a correctional facility.
• Certification as a Correctional Healthcare Professional.

On-Call nurses :

• Be available to work all shifts (day, swing and graveyard) including weekends and holidays.
• Be willing to work a minimum of 8 shifts a month.
• Provide written availability by the 5th of each month for the following month's coverage.
• Be willing to complete a paid six-week correctional worker core training M-F from 8 to 4 : 30 pm. (not required)

Supplemental Information

Mission : The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Vision : Working together for safer communities.

Our Commitment : To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values :

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.

IMPORTANT NOTES :

Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies.

If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.

Please note : Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.

• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws.

A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.

• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and / or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date ofhire.

When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.

• This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.
• Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards.

Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.

• Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds. Under rare circumstances this position may be required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds.
• Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application.

You may request the required evaluation / documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.

• Candidates who are offered a job with the Department of Corrections must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
• Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made. The salary range listed in the job posting includes Steps A-U.

Step U is a longevity step and is typically gained six years after being assigned to Step T in your permanent salary range.

DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9.

The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form.

DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies :

Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.

• Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
• Promote inclusiveness.
• Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.

What We Offer :

As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation.

Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include :

• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email or call at (425) 760-4485.

For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket.

Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security.

That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits :

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months.

Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note : If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.

Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.

The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.

For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note : Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday;

or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours.

Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis.

Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and / or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position.

Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note : Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so.

However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 12-31-2022

Do you currently hold an active and unencumbered single state or multi-state license as a Registered Nurse?

What is your Registered Nurse license(s) number?

If you currently hold a Multi-State Compact Nursing License, what is your primary state of residency?

If you hold an multi-state compact RN license from another state, have you completed the required Suicide Prevention, EDIR training, and MLS demographic survey as required by the WA State Board of Nursing?

N / A

If you marked Yes to the question above, can you provide documentation of completion of these requirements?

N / A

Which best describes your level of experience working as a Registered Nurse?

• I have fewer than 12 months of experience
• I have 12-23 months of experience
• I have at least 24 months of this experience

Have you ever been reported to the Nursing Commission for any violation of Nurse Practice Act?

Which of the following shifts would you like to be considered for? (Select all that apply)

• Day Shift
• Evening / Swing Shift
• Night Shift
• On-Call

How did you hear about this opportunity?

• Careers.wa.gov; jobs.doc.wa.gov; or governmentjobs.com
• Indeed
• DOC social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter)
• Job / career fair
• Job boards (Monster. ZipRecruiter, GlassDoor, CareerBuilder)
• WorkSource
• Veteran outreach
• Referral from current DOC employee
• Other

If you referred by a current DOC employee, what is their name and position title?

If hired for this position, will you require employer sponsorship, either now or in the future?

If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States?

The attached link lists acceptable documents : (suggested link to I-9 documents)

Required Question