Job Information
State of Minnesota Registered Nurse in Rush City, Minnesota
Working Title: RN
Job Class: Registered Nurse
Agency: Corrections Dept
Job ID : 76528
Location : Rush City
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Part-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 05/17/2024
Closing Date : Open until filled
Hiring Agency : Department of Corrections
Division/Unit : Health, Recovery and Programming
Work Shift/Work Hours : Night Shift
Days of Work : Varies
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $34.73 - $51.46 / hourly
Classified Status : Classified
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
PLEASE NOTE: THESE POSITIONS WERE PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED. IF YOU PREVIOUSLY APPLIED TO THIS POSTING YOU DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED.
Three (3) positions will be filled by consideration of all applicants to this posting.
These positions are designated as part-time with night shifts with some weekend and holiday shifts. The work schedule will include at least 64 hours per two-week pay period and may include additional work hours, based on business needs. These positions are eligible for a full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits. Nurses will receive a shift differential of $2.75 per hour for all hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
A correctional health care nurse practices in a primary care setting much like a clinic or transitional care unit. The nurse is presented with opportunities to use a full range of nursing skills along with broad knowledge of disease processes. The nurse works closely with other health care providers, including primary care physicians and mid-level practitioners, and ensures that individuals receive needed healthcare in a manner that does not compromise nor conflict with security issues within the correctional facility.
These positions assist in the provision of incarcerated individual health care; assist in the medication process; assist with other functions as delegated by the charge nurse/supervisor; maintain a system for accurate and thorough medical record keeping; provide health education; and maintain adequate inventory and security of medical supplies and equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experiences sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Minnesota that is current, active, and without restrictions, limitations, or conditions.
Clinical experience in a hospital, long-term care and/or clinic setting within the last five years.
Computer experience sufficient to complete electronic charting and use basic computer functions such as email.
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are strongly desired of applicants seeking consideration for this position:
A Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN).
Experience working in a correctional or secured setting.
Experience in a specialized clinical area(s), such as in gender-specific, geriatric, juvenile health care, medical/surgery unit,and/or behavioral health.
Physical Requirements
The completion of pre-placement physical components may be required for this position. These components consist of a tuberculosis screening and/or respirator clearance. The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Katie Wynn ( Katie.Wynn@state.mn.us ).
Additional Requirements
The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. Top candidate(s) must pass a criminal history check which includes successful completion of all sentencing and/or restitution requirements of law enforcement jurisdictions, including probation.
Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections’ policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.
New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.