Job description
IntroductionThe 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 cutting-edge research and evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.
The Department of Corrections , is currently accepting applications for Advanced Practice Nurse-Prescriber vacancies throughout the state. If you're interested in future vacancies, please apply now. The register created from this announcement will be used to fill vacancies, state-wide, as they occur for up to 6 months.
If you are interested in a particular facility, make sure to note the city name next to the facility and check that city during the location selection part of the application.
Facilities with APNP Staff:
Columbia Correctional Institution (Portage, Columbia County)
Dodge Correctional Institution (Waupun, Dodge County)
Fox Lake Correctional Institution (Fox Lake, Dodge County)
Green Bay Correctional Institution (Green Bay, Brown County)
Jackson Correctional Institution (Black River Falls, Jackson County)
Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution HSU (Plymouth, Sheboygan County)
Lincoln Hills & Copper Lakes Schools HSU (Irma, Lincoln County)
Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility (Milwaukee, Milwaukee County)
Oakhill Correctional Institution HSU (Oregon, Dane County)
Oshkosh Correctional Institution (Oshkosh, Winnebago County)
Racine Correctional Institution (Sturtevant, Racine County)
Robert E. Ellsworth Correctional Center HSU (Union Grove, Racine County)
Stanley Correctional Institution (Stanley, Chippewa County)
Taycheedah Correctional Institution (Fond du Lac, Fond du Lac County)
Waupun Correctional Institution HSU (Waupun, Dodge County)
DOC is a great place to work! 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, nine paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits
A casual office atmosphere and flexible work schedules depending on the position’s requirements
An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
Part-time employees will receive some of the benefits listed above on a prorated basis. Applicants only interested in part-time employment of less than 60% may not be eligible for The Wisconsin Retirement System or insurance benefits.
Position Summary
The Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber is an advanced professional nurse who is responsible for the provision of comprehensive care to well and ill incarcerated adult and adolescent populations. The practitioner demonstrates a high degree of clinical expertise in providing preventive and primary care in the correctional setting. This practitioner educates inmates to promote wellness, prevent health problems, maintain current health, and intervene in acute and chronic illness. This practitioner will function independently in managing the direct and indirect care of incarcerated individuals in collaboration with all disciplines employed or practicing at the institutional Health Services Unit. The practitioner will participate in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of care and education programs and protocols used by the health care staff to meet the needs of incarcerated individuals who exhibit health problems across the continuum from prevention to complex medical and/or psychiatric conditions.
Salary Information
This position is in pay schedule/range 11-01 with a starting annual salary of up to $104,665, depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the State Compensation Plan, Wisconsin Administrative Code, and statutes. A twelve-month probationary period is required. Telecommuting options not available for these positions.
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.
All state employees must report their COVID vaccination status, whether vaccinated or not and provide supporting documentation if vaccinated. Newly hired employees will be required to submit this information within their first two weeks of employment.
The State of Wisconsin continues to follow necessary health and safety protocols for COVID. Please visit Division of Personnel Management Coronavirus - COVID-19 (wi.gov) for the most up-to-date information. Guidance may be subject to change.
Qualifications
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
- Applicants must have a current Wisconsin licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber or be licensed in another state and eligible to obtain licensure by time of appointment. For more information regarding licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber, please click HERE .
- Must be certified in basic CPR/AED and maintain recertification per licensure requirements
- Must have a valid personal DEA number.
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.
Application materials will be accepted on a continuous basis. All candidates determined to be eligible will be placed on a register and be invited to interview for vacant positions as they occur.
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 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 Athena Foster, HR Specialist, at Athena.Foster@wisconsin.gov .
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.
Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted until the needs of the department are met.
If you have technical difficulties, Wisc.Jobs help is available Monday-Friday, 7:45am – 4:30pm – 608-267-1012 or wiscjobs@wisconsin.gov
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