Job Description
Introduction The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using research and evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.
The
Department of Corrections is currently recruiting to fill a
0.75 FTE Nursing Specialist (Employee Health Nurse) position. This position can be headquartered at any of the locations below.
Locations: Felmer Chaney Correctional Center (Milwaukee, WI)
Kenosha Correctional Center (Kenosha, WI)
Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution (Plymouth, WI)
Marshall Sherrer Correctional Center (Milwaukee, WI)
Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility (Milwaukee, WI)
Milwaukee Women's Correctional Center (Milwaukee, WI)
Robert E. Ellsworth Correctional Center (Union Grove, WI)
Racine Correctional Institution (Sturtevant, WI)
Racine Youthful Offender Facility (Racine, WI)
Sturtevant Transitional Facility (Sturtevant, WI)
Taycheedah Correctional Institution (Fond du Lac, WI)
Wisconsin Department of Corrections Central Office (Madison, WI)
Position Summary This position provides advanced professional and administrative nursing work in the administration of designated employee health services for employees within the DOC. This includes planning, development and implementation of the employee health program; establishment of program policies and procedures addressing correctional employee health; development and implementation of diagnostic and immunization programs; development of training and provision of education to employees on employee health issues; coordination, monitoring preparation and maintenance of employee health records and provision of on-site employee emergency health services.
Salary Information This position is in pay schedule and range 11-02 with pay starting from
$72280 to $103209 .
Pay rates on appointment for current or former state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code.
In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring: - Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
- Insurance : Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
- An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan .
- The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
- Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
- DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
- Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.
- To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator here .
Job Details Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.
The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.
The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.
A twelve-month probationary period is required.
Remote work is not an option for this position.
Travel is required.
Qualifications Minimally qualified applicants will have experience: - Treating patients with communicable diseases according to evidence-based practice.
- Providing education to patients and/or staff.
- Working with health record management. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must posses and maintain an active unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin or another state participating in the Nurse Licensure Compact.
- Must maintain certification in CPR by the American Heart Association and training in the use of the AED and have the ability to perform CPR and/or first aid to prevent loss of life and relieve suffering until appropriate care arrives.
How To Apply To apply, click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
Your resume and letter of qualifications should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting and are limited to a maximum of 2 pages each.
The Department of Corrections has created extra guidance to assist you in developing your resume and letter of qualifications, if interested please click here .
Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.
Current State of Wisconsin (non-UW) employees: If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you will need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the "Careers" tile on the front page.
Questions can be directed to Jordan Hampton, HR Specialist- Senior, at Jordan.Hampton@wisconsin.gov .
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
The State of Wisconsin offers a program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their resume, letter of qualifications, DD-214, and documentation of their service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the human resources contact above. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.
Deadline to Apply Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on
Thursday February 27, 2025 .
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