As a part of a larger medical team, the Registered Nurse (RN) evaluates inmates/clients/detainees and provides comprehensive medical care, while observing and maintaining the requirements of security within the Pennington County Jail, Care Campus and Western South Dakota Juvenile Services Center. Medical team members provide inmate/client/detainee services in an orderly, respectful and disciplined manner, consistent with the professionalism expected of all Sheriff’s Office employee.
This position will be the designated training RN and is eligible for an additional $1.00/hr differential for training medical staff as needed. Schedule and shifts will vary based on training needs.

• Assess and identify health problems of new inmates/clients/detainees, initiate medical records, document findings and establish patient care plans.
• Respond to emergency situations and take charge until off-site emergency personnel arrive.
• Prioritize inmate/client/detainee medical needs and assigns staff as needed.
• Administer prescribed treatment and medication to inmates/clients/detainees at any PCSO facility as needed and medically required, within licensing authorization.
• Participate in decision making regarding client/inmate/detainee medical care, including the need for transfer to outside medical care; confer with medical providers as needed.
• Meet with the Charge Nurse to review medical services administered to inmates/clients/detainees.
• Serve as a Charge Nurse in their absence as assigned.
• Provide medical update to incoming medical staff prior to shift change.
• Participate in staff meetings and in-service trainings and maintain RN license and other certifications as required.

• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with all county policies and procedures.

This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive duties of the position. Incumbents may be required to follow any other instructions, and to perform any other related duties, as may be required.

Working Environment:

• Work is typically performed in an office, stock room, jail or juvenile center.
• This position is exposed to contagious or infectious disease and irritating chemicals.
• Work requires the use of protective devices, such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.
• This position will include close interaction with inmates/clients/detainees.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone and in person.
• Ability to push/pull a medication cart for up to four hours per shift. When fully loaded, the medication cart weights approximately 200 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, bend, crouch and lift light objects.
• Must be able to enter data and operate a phone.

- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Current South Dakota Registered Nurse License or ability to readily obtain a South Dakota state certification as a Registered Nurse.
- Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid South Dakota Driver’s License within 90 days of moving to South Dakota.
Additional Information

Benefits Include:
Paid On-the-Job Training
Advancement Opportunities
South Dakota State Retirement System, 6% employer match, vested after 3 years
11 Paid Holidays Annually
80 Paid Vacation Hours after the first year/ 120 Paid Vacation Hours after the second year 
80 Paid Sick Hours Annually
Bereavement Leave
Time and a Half Working Pay on Holidays Overtime Opportunities
Time of Service Bonuses
Post 9/11 GI Bill
Federal Student Aid Forgiveness
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance Plans with HSA Option
Blues 365 Discount Program
Delta Dental Insurance
Avesis Vision Insurance
$20,000 employer-paid employee life coverage
Voluntary Life Coverage
AFLAC Supplemental Insurance Options
Connections Employee Assistance Program
Onsite Gym
YMCA Discounts
Wellness Offerings and Employee Incentive Challenges
Chaplain ProgramEmployee Referral Program