Licensed Practical Nurse 2 - WCCW

Licensed Practical Nurse 2 (LPN2)

Full-Time/ On-Call

Washington Corrections Center for Women (WCCW)

Gig Harbor, WA

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN2) for the Washington Correction Center for Women located in Gig Harbor, WA.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.

At Washington Correction Center for Women we value our nurses and understand how important they are to our patients and their families. Additionally we offer a great benefit package along with opportunity for professional and personal growth.

Washington Correction Center for Women is our only Women's prison in the State of Washington. This facility cares for all disease that women could have from IV drug users to those with HEP C and mental health issues. Additionally they also take care of pregnant women, the women will not often look for care in the community so they show up with some times complex and interesting needs.

* Inpatient unit is a 14 bed unit
* Outpatient Clinic can see up top 120 patients a day
* Serval Chronic disease clinics are run for different disease (diabetics, hypertension etc.)

The mission of the Department of Corrections is to 'improve public safety by positively changing lives.

For additional information visit our website at doc.wa.gov

Under general supervision, our Licensed Practical Nurse provides practical nursing care and treatment services in a prison facility.

Duties include, but may not be limited to:

* 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.
* Collaborates and triages with other members of the interdisciplinary health care team to develop comprehensive plans to provide continuity of care.
* Delivers services which promote health, foster healing and support coping and adjustment to various health conditions.
* Counseling, consulting, teaching, advising, and providing health information that improves quality of health services and/or enhances safety and security.

The On-Call pool provides coverage in cases of extended vacation, illness, training, and other leaves of absence. On-call/intermittent staff is expected to:

* Be available to work all shifts (day, swing and graveyard) including weekends and holidays.
* Be willing to give at least 10 shifts that you are available to work per month.
* Provide written availability by the 10th of each month for the following month's coverage.
* Be willing to complete six-weeks of full time, paid training at the Correctional Worker Core Academy, provided by the Department of Corrections.
* Have/ obtain valid Washington State license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse
* One year experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
* Must be American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) ( Advanced Cardiac Life Support or other will not substitute for BLS)

Note: Must have initial and continuous unencumbered/unrestricted licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

In order to be considered for this opportunity, please be sure to thoroughly complete your application. Attaching a resume will not substitute for a completed application.

Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.

Our Commitment: To operate a safe and human corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values:

* Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
* Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
* People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
* Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
* Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community - understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

For additional information about the agency, please visit doc.wa.gov.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

* Please include a minimum of three professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.

Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.

* Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
* Employees may work directly with or in close proximity to incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
* We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
* Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
* Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
* Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment may also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
* This position may be represented by a Union Shop.

We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies:

* Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.
* Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
* Respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
* Promote inclusiveness.
* Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
* Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email natalie.stryker@doc.wa.gov or call us at (360) 790-6965.

For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.