State of New Hampshire Job Posting
Department of Corrections
Division of Medical and Forensics
Secure Psychiatric Unit, Concord, NH
Registered Nurse
Position #18816
$33.74/hour - $66.07/hour
Schedule: 4 shifts: 12:30 - 22:45 with rotating days off
This position receives Hazardous Duty Pay, which is paid biweekly at $60.
This position offers a Trainee Status* at the following pay rate: $32.45
- Candidates hired at a Trainee Status must meet minimum qualifications
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Corrections, Division of Medical & Forensics has a full-time vacancy for a Registered Nurse.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
Responsibilities:
RN I:
SCOPE OF WORK: Provides general nursing care and treatment in an adult ambulatory setting, inpatient infirmary unit, and/or in an inpatient psychiatric forensic unit, in a facility managed by the NH Department of Corrections under the direction of the nurse coordinator or designee working in close and immediate contact with prisoners and/or residents civilly committed on a daily basis while maintaining safety and security.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Utilizes the nursing process to perform duties of staff nurse in terms of administration of medication and medical treatment within an assigned unit; provides and supports medical care as directed by medical staff pursuant to policies, objectives, and guidelines of the department
- Exercises considerable judgment in monitoring, assessing, and implementing medical and nursing interventions of prisoners/residents within the assigned unit to ensure quality, nursing service.
- Advises prisoners/residents to components of their Plan-of-Care and courses of action which might be taken to achieve the goals agreed upon at appointments for the implementation of the prisoner/residents overall treatment plan.
- Gathers pertinent data relative to physical/psychological changes in the prisoners/residents and relays information to Nurse Coordinator or designee, as well as other members of the correctional team as it relates to facility and individual safety to determine course of intervention and planning.
- Reports through effective communication routine and unusual facts and situations to the Nursing Coordinator/designee and gives inter-shift report to on-coming shift, of events/occurrences on their shift to provide continuity of care and safety throughout the department.
- Makes contact with physicians, specialists, and allied health professionals using professional assessment/judgment skills in relating facts as presented during the consultation to convey accurate descriptive information lending itself to informed medical decision making.
- Administers prescribed medications and makes appropriate nursing documentation of effects of medications given to guard against poly-pharmacy issues, and mismanaged medication regimes and reports these to Nurse Coordinator or designee.
- Admits, transfers, and discharges prisoners/residents as directed by the attending provider to provide for timely medical care or least restrictive housing options.
- Provides nursing clinical supervision or technical assistance for agency nurses or non-health staff in patient/inmate management.
- Participates in the Health Quality Improvement Program and orienting new staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Graduation from a recognized nursing program with either affiliate or postgraduate courses and clinical experience in medical, surgical, obstetrics, pediatrics and psychiatric nursing.
Experience: Experience is limited to that required for registration.
License/Certifications: Current license as a Registered Nurse in New Hampshire.
Special Requirements: Successful completion of the Corrections Academy and continuing Certification as correctional line personnel as established by the certifying authority.
RN II:
SCOPE OF WORK: Provides general and specialized nursing care, supervision, and treatment in an adult ambulatory setting, inpatient infirmary unit, and/or in an inpatient psychiatric forensic unit, in a facility managed by the NH Department of Corrections under the direction of the nurse coordinator or designee working in close and immediate contact with prisoners and/or residents civilly committed on a daily basis while maintaining safety and security.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Utilizes the nursing process to perform duties of staff nurse in terms of administration of medication and medical treatment within an assigned unit; provides and supports medical care as directed by medical staff pursuant to policies, objectives, and guidelines of the department.
- Exercises considerable judgment in monitoring, assessing, and implementing medical and nursing interventions of prisoners/residents within the assigned unit to ensure quality, nursing service.
- Advises prisoners/residents to components of their Plan-of-Care and courses of action which might be taken to achieve the goals agreed upon at appointments for the implementation of the prisoner/residents overall treatment plan.
- Gathers pertinent data relative to physical/psychological changes in the prisoners/residents and relays information to Nurse Coordinator or designee, as well as other members of the correctional team as it relates to facility and individual safety to determine course of intervention and planning.
- Reports through effective communication routine and unusual facts and situations to the Nursing Coordinator/designee and gives inter-shift report to on-coming shift, of events/occurrences on their shift to provide continuity of care and safety throughout the department.
- Participates with physicians, specialists, and allied health professionals using professional assessment/judgment skills in relating facts as presented during the consultation such as making rounds, evaluating and assessing resident’s conditions, communicating information to interdepartmental team.
- Administers prescribed medications and makes appropriate nursing documentation of effects of medications given to guard against poly-pharmacy issues, and mismanaged medication regimes and reports these to Nurse Coordinator or designee.
- Admits, transfers, and discharges prisoners/residents as directed by the attending provider to provide for timely medical care or least restrictive housing options.
- Acts in the capacity of a lead nurse as assigned by the Nurse Coordinator or designee while providing nursing clinical supervision, orientation, continue education and/or technical assistance for RN I, RN II, agency nurses or non-health staff in prisoner/resident management.
- Participates in quality improvement activities in accordance with Department policy including but not limited to reporting standards as established by Public Health.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Graduation from a recognized nursing program with either affiliate or postgraduate courses and clinical experience in medical, surgical, obstetrics, pediatrics and psychiatric nursing.
Experience: One years' experience as a registered nurse in a setting equivalent to the position assigned.
License/Certifications: Current license as a Registered Nurse in New Hampshire.
Special Requirements: Successful completion of the Corrections Academy and continuing Certification as correctional line personnel as established by the certifying authority.
RN III:
SCOPE OF WORK: May assist the Nurse Coordinator with supervision and training of nursing staff while providing general and specialized nursing care and treatment in an adult ambulatory setting, inpatient infirmary unit, and/or in an inpatient psychiatric forensic unit, in a facility managed by the NH Department of Corrections under the direction of the nurse coordinator or designee working in close and immediate contact with prisoners and/or residents civilly committed on a daily basis while maintaining safety and security.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Utilizes the nursing process to perform duties of staff nurse in terms of administration of medication and medical treatment within an assigned unit; provides and supports medical care as directed by medical staff pursuant to policies, objectives, and guidelines of the department.
- Exercises considerable judgment in monitoring, assessing, and implementing medical and nursing interventions of prisoners/residents within the assigned unit to ensure quality, nursing service.
- Advises prisoners/residents to components of their Plan-of-Care and courses of action which might be taken to achieve the goals agreed upon at appointments for the implementation of the prisoner/residents overall treatment plan.
- Gather and receives pertinent data relative to physical/psychological changes in the prisoners/residents and relays information to Nurse Coordinator or designee, as well as other members of the correctional team as it relates to facility and individual safety to determine course of intervention and planning.
- Reports through effective communication routine and unusual facts and situations to the Nursing Coordinator/designee and gives inter-shift report to on-coming shift, of events/occurrences on their shift to provide continuity of care and safety throughout the department.
- Participates with physicians, specialists, and allied health professionals using professional assessment/judgment skills in relating facts as presented during the consultation such as making rounds, evaluating and assessing resident’s conditions, communicating information to interdepartmental team.
- Administers prescribed medications and makes appropriate nursing documentation of effects of medications given to guard against poly-pharmacy issues, and mismanaged medication regimes and reports these to Nurse Coordinator or designee.
- Admits, transfers, and discharges prisoners/residents as directed by the attending provider to provide for timely medical care or least restrictive housing options.
- Acts in the capacity of a lead nurse as assigned by the Nurse Coordinator or designee while providing nursing clinical supervision, orientation, continue education and/or technical assistance for RN I, RN II, RN III and agency nurses or non-health staff in prisoner/resident management.
- Participates in the development and implementation of quality improvement activities in accordance with Department policy including but not limited to reporting standards as established by Public Health with specific emphasis on their specialty certification.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university with major study in nursing, human services, psychology, or a related field.
Experience: One year of experience as a registered nurse in a setting similar or equivalent to the position assigned.
OR
Education: Graduation from a recognized nursing program and possession of an Associate’s degree in nursing, human services, psychology, or a related field.
Experience: Two years of experience as a registered nurse in a setting similar or equivalent to the position assigned.
AND
License/Certification:
- Current license as a Registered Nurse in New Hampshire.
- Current certification in CPR.
- Must be certified by the American Nurses Association or another nationally recognized certifying entity in a specialty that is consistent with the job accountabilities and appropriate to the population under the care and custody of the NH Department of Corrections as accepted by the Division of Medical & Forensic Services; e.g., Ambulatory Care Nursing, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, Gerontological Nursing, etc.
Disclaimer Statement: The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.
For further information please contact DOC Recruitment at DOC-RECRUITMENT@DOC.NH.GOV or at 603-271-5645.
- TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 13.85% of pay
Other Benefits:
- Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
- Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
- Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
- $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
