Corrections Nurse (LPN)

General Statement of Duties

• Serves as a professional nurse in the county corrections facility; performs a variety of nursing duties in a correctional setting, exercising considerable independent judgment in all aspects of the medical program; performs physical examinations of adults in custody and treats or refers them appropriately; dispenses or provides for dispensing of medications under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
• Performs accurate and thorough chart documentation. SOAP nursing notes are clear, concise and thorough.
• Performs accurate and thorough nursing assessment. Professional nurses will be competent and knowledgeable in assessment of physical, mental and emotional status of adults in custody.
• Demonstrates accurate and thorough skills and knowledge of nursing procedures. Professional nurses will be skilled and knowledgeable in technical procedures.
• Performs consistent and professional medical department operations.
• Adheres to the security principles and procedures of the facility.
• Maintains pharmacy upkeep and medication dispensing.
• Maintains facility and county standards of operation at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements for the Position

• EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING - Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a license to practice as a licensed practical nurse in the State of Oregon at the time of appointment.
• Ability to complete training on the security and supervision of inmates within six months after initial hire.
• This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a post offer drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&pid=518
• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check, including finger printing; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.
• Typical Work Schedule: Works in a 24-hour, 7-day a week operation, with rotating shift schedules and workstations. This includes working day and swing shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as required.
• Thorough knowledge of nursing skills and practices; public health laws and regulations.
• Good knowledge of criminal and civil liability associated with the practice of medicine in a correctional facility; procurement and maintenance of equipment and supplies used in the provision of medical care services.
• Ability to function independently with minimum supervision; act in a professional manner within a secured environment; work flexible hours/shifts; respond to stress and medical emergencies with haste and sound judgment; maintain medical records; write clear and concise reports; communicate effectively in both oral and written form; operate a computer; operate medical equipment; work harmoniously with professional leaders in the corrections and health disciplines, with other employees, and the inmate population.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Student Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.
• Questions about your student loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VISA SPONSORSHIP

• Marion County does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Marion County is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

• Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.
• One of the following:
• - MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR - Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR - Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.
• Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
• - A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR - Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a result.