Registered Nurse (Nurse Clinician 3)

Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing advanced skilled nursing care to incarcerated adults, including providing independent management of direct care to adult patients who have unique complex health conditions which are acute, long-term and/or terminal.

This position will assist with staff assignment scheduling and appropriate delegation to nursing staff to meet the needs of the assigned patients or patient population. This position is also expected to develop and/or participate in educational programs for staff and patients about safe completion of ADL’s, chronic disease management, treatment plans, and nursing and medical diagnoses, along with evaluating quality assurance of standards of care within the unit. This position will serve as a consultant to uniformed and non-uniformed staff as needed.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 11-01 with a starting pay of $47.04/hour - $53.92/hour. There is a base $1.00/hour add-on for all hours worked. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A 12-month probationary period is required.

Candidates with no prior permanent employment with the State of Wisconsin in the past 5 years may be eligible to accept a sign-on bonus of $3,000. The sign-on bonus will be paid in two installments: $1500 on the first paycheck and $1500 with the paycheck for the pay period in which the employee attains permanent status (usually 1 year). (UW System employment isn’t disqualifying.) To receive the bonus, a candidate must sign an agreement indicating they will remain in the occupational area for one year. If the candidate leaves prior to completing the one year, they may be required to reimburse the initial payment.

Benefits

• 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.

Job Details

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.

Applicants should attach a letter of qualifications and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the qualifications mentioned above. It is not necessary to include references at this time. Your letter of qualifications and resume will be evaluated and is considered the assessment for this position and should be limited to a maximum of two pages each.

Qualifications

• Special Requirement: Must possess and maintain an active unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Wisconsin or another state participating in the Nurse Licensure Compact.
• In addition to the special requirement, minimally qualified applicants will have experience:
• Treating patient conditions with appropriate utilization of nursing protocols
• Developing, refining, and revising a patient plan of care utilizing continuous patient assessment and evaluation
• Providing healthcare education to patients and staff

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. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.

Applicants should attach a letter of qualifications and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the qualifications mentioned above. It is not necessary to include references at this time. Your letter of qualifications and resume will be evaluated and is considered the assessment for this position and should be limited to a maximum of two pages each.

Questions

Questions can be directed to Phia Vang, Human Resources Specialist at Phia.Vang@wisconsin.gov.

State of Wisconsin Information

• 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 special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Deadline to Apply

Online applications and materials must be submitted by 11:59pm on July 20th, 2026.

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