Nurse Practitioner

7 days ago


Pierre, South Dakota, United States State of South Dakota Full time
Job Title: Registered Nurse

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our team at the South Dakota Women's Prison. As a Registered Nurse, you will play a critical role in providing high-quality patient care to our incarcerated population.

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse will be responsible for providing direct patient care, including assessing patients, developing and implementing individualized care plans, and evaluating patient outcomes. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records, communicating effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide direct patient care, including assessing patients, developing and implementing individualized care plans, and evaluating patient outcomes.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
  • Develop and implement educational programs for patients and families.
  • Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to the development of policies and procedures.
Requirements:
  • Current, valid license as a Registered Nurse from the South Dakota Board of Nursing or any state participating in the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
  • Ability to effectively treat patients on a daily basis in a variety of settings.
  • Ability to follow patient confidentiality standards.
  • Ability to respond to emergency situations involving offenders and/or medical situations.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to read and comprehend the English language.
  • Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing.
  • Excellent discernment and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to follow instructions and pay attention to details.
  • Ability to work a variety of shifts on a full-time basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Correctional nursing experience.
  • Acute Care or Long Term nursing experience.
  • Charge Nurse and/or supervisory experience.
Working Conditions:

The South Dakota Department of Corrections is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation, urine drug screen, and the candidate's ability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Individuals selected for the position will have the opportunity to carry Oleoresin Capsicum (OC/pepper spray) if desired. If OC spray is carried, the staff carrying OC spray will be required to have direct (level 1) exposure during the training program.

Individuals selected for the position must successfully complete a written and practical self-defense exam and successfully complete CPR to AHA guidelines - this includes successful completion of the practical/hands-on portion as well as the written exam.

Selected individuals must possess the physical ability to successfully complete the practical self-defense exam, which involves the following:

  • Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist.
  • Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down.
  • Use arms, palms of hands, and feet to deliver blows.
  • Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows.
  • Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic.
  • Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions.

Additionally, TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire.

Additional Requirements:

Please attach a resume or Curriculum Vitae with three professional references (employer or educational).

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees.

All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9.

The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits.

You can view our benefits information at https://sdhr.sd.gov/benefits.

This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources



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