Nurse Clinician 4 JCI
Apply NowCompany: State of Wisconsin Division of Personnel Management
Location: Black River Falls, WI 54615
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 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 Nurse Clinician 4 position. This position is based out of Jackson Correctional Institution in Black River Falls, WI (Jackson County).
Position Summary
The Nurse Clinician 4 (NC4) functions independently in an expanded clinical role giving expert direct and indirect nursing care to patients who have a variety of basic and complex medical, psychiatric, dental, and nursing needs at Jackson Correctional Institution.
This position functions as the primary lead nurse for JCI and is responsible for maintaining adequate staffing and supplies to deliver health care.
This position also demonstrates grounding in Nursing Practice and the Nursing process and actively participates as the preceptor for contract agency staff and or limited term employment staff used to staff JCI.
In addition, the NC4 is a member of the multidisciplinary team in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care. This position consults with the multi-disciplinary team within JCI, other DOC facilities and the community on planning and evaluating care for patients with dental, medical and mental health needs.
The NC4 identifies, develops and implements plans to meet the learning needs of patients, staff, students, and community agencies related to medical care and re-entry of offenders.
The NC4 participates in collaborative program planning to meet the health needs of patients at JCI and in the community when they are due to be discharged.
This position initiates and participates in research and quality improvement activities, as well as identifying the learning needs for this position and keeps current in nursing practice and the specialty of correctional nursing.
Salary Information
This position is in pay schedule and range 11-01 with a starting pay of $48.00/hour - $54.46/hour . Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A probationary period is required.
In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator here .
Job Details
This position is not eligible for remote work and will work on site.
This position is anticipated to work primarily 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday - Friday and will be on the rotation with other staff for weekends and holiday coverage. This position may need to work extra hours to cover unanticipated absences.
This position is FLSA Exempt.
This position is not anticipated to travel on a regular basis, but most DOC positions occasionally travel for training, meetings, conferences, or similar events.
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.
For more in -depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook .
Qualifications
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Minimally qualified applicants will have experience:
In addition to the above, well qualified applicants will have experience:
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. Wisc.Jobs also has extra guidance for your application materials.
The initial screening prior to interview includes a review of your license(s)/credential(s). You will affirm your possession of the required credential and enter your credential number into a text box.
S ubmitted 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.
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.
Questions can be directed to Athena Foster, HR Specialist - Senior, at Athena.Foster@wisconsin.gov .
Deadline to Apply
Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Monday May 5 th , 2025.
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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 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 Nurse Clinician 4 position. This position is based out of Jackson Correctional Institution in Black River Falls, WI (Jackson County).
Position Summary
The Nurse Clinician 4 (NC4) functions independently in an expanded clinical role giving expert direct and indirect nursing care to patients who have a variety of basic and complex medical, psychiatric, dental, and nursing needs at Jackson Correctional Institution.
This position functions as the primary lead nurse for JCI and is responsible for maintaining adequate staffing and supplies to deliver health care.
This position also demonstrates grounding in Nursing Practice and the Nursing process and actively participates as the preceptor for contract agency staff and or limited term employment staff used to staff JCI.
In addition, the NC4 is a member of the multidisciplinary team in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care. This position consults with the multi-disciplinary team within JCI, other DOC facilities and the community on planning and evaluating care for patients with dental, medical and mental health needs.
The NC4 identifies, develops and implements plans to meet the learning needs of patients, staff, students, and community agencies related to medical care and re-entry of offenders.
The NC4 participates in collaborative program planning to meet the health needs of patients at JCI and in the community when they are due to be discharged.
This position initiates and participates in research and quality improvement activities, as well as identifying the learning needs for this position and keeps current in nursing practice and the specialty of correctional nursing.
Salary Information
This position is in pay schedule and range 11-01 with a starting pay of $48.00/hour - $54.46/hour . Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A probationary period is required.
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
This position is not eligible for remote work and will work on site.
This position is anticipated to work primarily 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday - Friday and will be on the rotation with other staff for weekends and holiday coverage. This position may need to work extra hours to cover unanticipated absences.
This position is FLSA Exempt.
This position is not anticipated to travel on a regular basis, but most DOC positions occasionally travel for training, meetings, conferences, or similar events.
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.
For more in -depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook .
Qualifications
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must possess 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.
Minimally qualified applicants will have experience:
- Developing, refining, and revising a patient plan of care utilizing continuous patient assessment and evaluation of current treatment plan results.
- Coordinating chronic disease management including patient education, care planning, medication monitoring, and nursing and ACP follow-up care
- Collaborating with other supervisors regarding general unit management.
In addition to the above, well qualified applicants will have experience:
- Evaluating care provided by nursing staff and providing appropriate feedback.
- Identifying and planning to meet learning needs of complex chronic disease patients and other correctional nursing staff related to delivering high quality nursing care.
- Developing and participating in on-going quality improvement activities.
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. Wisc.Jobs also has extra guidance for your application materials.
The initial screening prior to interview includes a review of your license(s)/credential(s). You will affirm your possession of the required credential and enter your credential number into a text box.
S ubmitted 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.
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.
Questions can be directed to Athena Foster, HR Specialist - Senior, at Athena.Foster@wisconsin.gov .
Deadline to Apply
Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Monday May 5 th , 2025.
For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Commonly Asked Questions page. Some users report better performance when using the Chrome browser.