JOB
*********************************************************************If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient. In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer: Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system; Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans; Medical and dental health plans; Short and long term disability coverage; Paid life insurance; 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave; Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more.Who may apply: This position is open to state of Colorado residents only.Location: This position is located in Denver, CO. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position provides management, supervision, and direction for a large clinic or multiple professional skilled nursing care units for incarcerated inmates in either an outpatient clinic, infirmary, or specialized cell house setting. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Responsible and accountable 24 hours per day for the nursing management and administration of a clinical unit;Provide leadership and vision while supervising, organizing, and reviewing and evaluating the work (to include Performance Management Documents) of all assigned staff;Responsible for the hiring and recommending corrective and disciplinary action of all assigned staff;Assume responsibility for payroll, scheduling of Nurse III's, approves and monitors schedules for floor nurses and agency usage, and day-to-day operational activities;Ensure that assigned staff receives appropriate in-service education and training;Assist the Health Services Administrator and may function in that capacity in their absence;Responsible for liaison interface between the Clinical Unit and other DOC departments, other facilities, and outside agencies;Facilitate team building within the unit and between the Clinical Unit and other DOC departments;Responsible for budget, reporting, conflict resolution, inmate grievances, and maintaining a comprehensive inmate medical record;Responsible for maintaining the standards of care for the work unit;Directing and coordinating the timely reporting of statistical and quality assessment data;Perform as a resource person for all standards, including ACA, and is responsible for nursing components of accreditation;Review and monitor CQI compliance;Formulate and implement policies and procedures essential to promoting quality care;Responsible and accountable for ensuring staff compliance with all Life/Safety policies and procedures;May occasionally be required to participate in restraining an inmate for medical reasons;Attend training programs as assigned including 4 day self-defense to ensure self protection skills. ** You are encouraged to print a copy of this announcement for your records **
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
After submitting an application, you should receive an immediate email acknowledging your submission. If you do not get the email, please check to ensure you have actually submitted the application and typed the correct email address on the application. Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked daily as time sensitive correspondence WILL take place via email. You may receive email notifications from a Colorado Dept. of Corrections employee or from this email address: info@governmentjobs.com. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email; if you do not receive correspondence soon after the closing date or if you have questions about this job announcement, please contact Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.usSCHEDULED DATES OF POSSIBLE APPLICANT ASSESSMENTS (I.E., EXAMS, ORAL BOARDS, WRITTEN EXAMS) WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE-UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.The Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Employee Relations Specialist, Ana Andersen, at doc_employeerelations@state.co.us or call 719-226-4401. ALL DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FACILITIES AND BUILDINGS ARE TOBACCO FREE. WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PROTECTED CLASSES TO APPLY.