Corrections, Department of

Nurse Clinician 2-RN 
Job Announcement Code: 0203557

County(ies):
 		*statewide
Classification Title(s)/JAC:
  Job Working Title(s):  		NURSE CLINICIAN 2 - 0203557
  Registered Nurse
Type of Employment:
 		Full Time (40 hrs/week)
Part Time (less than 40 hrs/week)
Evening 2nd Shift (3pm to 11pm or similar hours)
Evening 3rd Shift (11pm to 7am or similar hours)
Salary:
 		Starting salary is between $54,799 to $58,165 annually, depending on experience and qualifications plus excellent benefits. We also offer a $1.00 add-on in addition to the base salary. For all positions at Milwaukee, we offer a $3.00 add-on as well as some positions at Dodge. Candidates who are new to state service are eligible for a sign on bonus of up to $2500.00. Position is in pay schedule 11-40. A six-month probationary period is required. We also offer weekend program schedules.
Special Qualifications:
 		Registration or eligibility for registration as a Professional Nurse in the State of Wisconsin
Contact:
 		Jayne Swingen, 608-240-5514 or Jayne.Swingen@wisconsin.gov
Bargaining Unit:
 		Patient Treatment
Area of Competition:
 		Open
Deadline to Apply:
 		Open
We are continuously accepting applications for these positions.


Save yourself a stamp, apply online! See the "How to Apply" section of this announcement for instructions.


The Department of Corrections continuously accepts Nurse Clinician 2 applications. Once your application is received, you'll be added to the employment register and contacted when an opening occurs in the area you wish to work. Your name will remain on our register for 12 months.  We have facilities in the following cities and counties:



  • Columbia Correctional Institution Portage (Columbia County)

  • Dodge Correctional Institution Waupun (Dodge County)

  • Fox Lake Correctional Institution Fox Lake (Dodge County)

  • Chippewa Valley Correctional Treatment Facility Chippewa Falls (Chippewa County)

  • Green Bay Correctional Institution Green Bay (Brown County)

  • Jackson Correctional Institution Black River Falls (Jackson County)

  • Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution Plymouth (Sheboygan County)

  • Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility Milwaukee (Milwaukee County)

  • New Lisbon Correctional Institution New Lisbon (Juneau County)

  • Oregon Correctional Institution Oregon (Dane County)

  • Oshkosh Correctional Institution Oshkosh (Winnebago County)

  • Racine Correctional Institution Sturtevant (Racine County)

  • Redgranite Correctional Institution Redgranite (Waushara County)

  • Racine Youthful Offender Correctional Facility Racine (Racine County)

  • Stanley Correctional Institution Stanley (Chippewa County)

  • Taycheedah Correctional Institution Fond du Lac (Fond du Lac County)

  • Waupun Correctional Institution Waupun (Dodge County)

  • Wisconsin Secure Program Facility Boscobel (Grant County)

  • Prairie du Chien Correctional Institution Prairie du Chien (Crawford County)

  • Ethan Allen School Wales (Waukesha)

  • Southern Oaks Girls School Union Grove (Racine)

  • Lincoln Hills School Irma (Lincoln)

As a Nurse with the Department of Corrections you will enjoy:



  • Immediate coverage in the Wisconsin Retirement System (currently, state contributes 11% of your salary)

  • 3 weeks vacation 

  • 4 1/2 paid personal holidays each year

  • 9 paid legal holidays

  • Weekend/Shift differential

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Work hours that meet your needs

  • State benefits package plan available for part-time employees

  • Health Plans available to meet your needs at reasonable premiums (in most cases, $68/month for a family plan & $27/month for a single plan)

  • $2500 sign-on bonus for new state employees

  • Sick leave

  • Unused sick time converted to extended health care benefits on retirement

  • New employee orientation

  • Limited weekend hours such as 1 in 6, 1 in 8 and more!

Job Duties:   This position is responsible for providing skilled nursing care to offenders in both ambulatory and infirmary settings; providing patient assessment and treatment; assisting physicians in providing medical services; managing medications, providing emergency care; and maintaining medical records. In addition, the Nurse Clinician 2 is expected to participate in educational programs for staff and offenders and participate in activities to maintain her/his nursing skill level.

Special Notes:   The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:   Considerable knowledge of current professional nursing theory and practices; skill in the application of nursing practice in meeting specific needs of offenders, including emergency care, in various areas of the institution; ability to work effectively with incarcerated offenders and other disciplines in a team relationship; and ability to work with a multi-ethnic, multi-culture population.

How To Apply:   

Interested applicants will apply on-line in WISCJOBS http://wiscjobs.state.wi.us/public/index.asp, by either clicking on "Log In" to access their existing WISCJOBS Account and completing a Job Search for keyword 02-03557 and clicking on "Apply Now" or applicants new to WISCJOBS will need to create a new account to complete an initial application then apply on-line.


You will be sent an e-mail by the system confirming that the exam process has been completed. This information will also appear in your WISCJOBS job cart.


Application materials will be accepted on a continuous basis. All candidates determined to be eligible will be placed on a list for 12 months and will be invited to interview for vacant positions as they occur.