Department of Corrections, a partner in the criminal justice system, enhances public safety, administers criminal sanctions and programs in accordance with the law, and provides leadership for the future of corrections in Washington State www.doc.wa.gov
The Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) is currently hiring Registered Nurses (RN). Correctional nursing has been recognized as a specialty by the ACA since 1995. Come learn about the wonderful opportunities that DOC has to offer and how you can contribute in the rehabilitation efforts of this underserved population. We are on the forefront of Public Health and we invite you to join our team!Duties:Screening, assessing, and evaluating offenders and the conditions where they live and work to ensure that they are well, safe and their health care continuous by: Responding to all other requests for health care attention in a complete, timely, clinically appropriate and therapeutic manner; 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. Qualifications:- Ability to possess a valid Washington State license to practice as a Registered Nurse.- 1 year work experience as a Registered Nurse is highly desirable for this position.- Graduate of an accredited Nursing program.We provide a competitive compensation package in addition to excellent state benefits to include Health Benefits, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Programs and Scholarships. We invite you to join us in making a difference, one patient at a time. Please visit us at www.doc.wa.gov