Registered Nurse Supervisor Senior

Title: Registered Nurse Supervisor Senior

Hiring Range: $90,000 - $104,070

Agency: Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Location: Fluvanna Correctional Center

Agency Website: https://www.vadoc.virginia.gov/job-opportunities

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Registered Nurse Manager manages a staff of Corrections Nurse Technicians (LPNs), Registered Nurses (RNs) and support services in coordination with the physician, dentist, psychologist, and security staff to ensure that offenders are provided appropriate medical care.

Develops and implements medical/nursing guidelines and maintains medical records.

If the facility does not meet the criteria for an RNC or there is no RNC/DON, the RNCB will be the designated Health Authority.

Leads/Oversees the direction and supervision of Licensed Practical Nurses, CNAs, Medics, Registered Nurses and RNCAs.

Provides training as necessary to staff and education to offenders about healthy lifestyles.

Provides quality professional health care to offenders and assist employees during emergency events.

Maintain accurate and appropriate documentation.

Serves as a liaison between Operations at the institution and the Health Services Unit.

Responsible for the continuous operation of medical services at the institution.

ORGANIZATIONAL OBJECTIVE:

Provide total health care to offenders (routine, chronic and emergency care), maintaining continuity of care from admission to discharge.

Safe medication administration following DOC policy.

Provide employee health services in accordance with policy.

ACA standards of care, Health Services guidelines and policies, Operational policies and procedures are followed.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Must possess and maintain a valid unrestricted Virginia RN license issued by the board of nursing or a multi-state compact license (if you are a recent graduate of a nursing program in VA and not licensed, the NCLEX-RN exam must be scheduled at the time of application).

Must possess an active AHA BLS certification.

Working experience as a supervisor or charge nurse.

Experience as a Supervisory Nurse/Nurse Manager, preferably in an acute care setting.

Working knowledge of principles and practices of professional nursing.

Progressive responsibility demonstrated, such as charge nurse or leading clinical projects and precepting new hires or nursing students.

Experience with monitoring staff performance, including the disciplinary process, and conducting evaluations; creation of EWPs.

Knowledge of professional nursing principles and evidence-based practices, to include CQI, education/training requirements and patient safety.

Knowledge of medication use, actions and side effects.

Ability to effectively communicate, direct and delegate to others while maintaining the daily operations of the department.

Skillful in organizing, planning and implementing policies and procedures.

Proficiency in standard computer applications, such as Microsoft Suite, Google Docs, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prefer experience working in a Corrections or Law enforcement environment.

Proficiency in standard computer applications, such as Microsoft Suite, Google Docs, etc.

Special Instructions: 

RMS provides a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS account to check the status of your application for this position.

If selected as a finalist with the VADOC, candidates can expect the following:

Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements: Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.

Tobacco Free: All VADOC facilities are Tobacco free. Use of all tobacco products is always prohibited on site. Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply. Click here for more information: Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program - Virginia Department of Veterans Services 

Contact Information:

Name: Lisa Washington

Phone: (804) 807-2152

Email: Applications submitted via email will not be accepted

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.