Registered Nurse 2-Discharge Planning -L327- WSP

Registered Nurse 2 (RN2) - Discharge Planning Non-Permanent - Internal Only Washington State Penitentiary (WSP) Walla Walla, WA Monthly Salary Range: $8,151 to $13,362

Current Available Shift:

• Monday - Friday 0800 - 1630

WA State Penitentiary is seeking an Internal applicant for the RN2-Discharge Planning position. This position is a part of a multidisciplinary team reporting to a RN3 that supports the Department’s mission to improve public safety by support transition and reentry through development of a Continuity of Care Plan for patients with significant physical and/or mental disorders who will soon release to the community. Continuity of Care Plans are extended to patients, assessed by Health Services in each facility, to be at highest risk for immediate serious medical problems upon release. The Continuity of Care plan will include pre-release planning, referrals, and coordination of services with DOC Health Services Staff, Counselor staff, Security staff, and Administration staff. Community reentry coordination includes planning with patients, families, Community Corrections, and community resources for medical benefits, financial assistance, special housing, or facility/institution placement. Continuity of Care strives to promote/maintain the medical/mental health stability achieved while incarcerated and encourages community support to the released patients, with the goals of successful community reentry and reduction of recidivism. This position, in collaboration with the facility Health Services reentry team, focuses on the Department’s Strategic Goal of Continuity of Care Planning for Health Services patients. Application assessment will be ongoing, and the hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.

"This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non-permanent positions."

If you’ve read this far, it is clear you have a desire to make a difference in public service. A completed application packet will include and is REQUIRED:

• A detailed resume.
• A cover letter regarding you interests and outlining your qualifications.
• Three professional references.

Initiate and support Continuity of Care planning and coordination of information and resources for patients referred to case load. Foster positive professional relationships with Community Partners in reentry efforts to strengthen teamwork related to transition planning, reach-out initiatives. Maintain current, complete and confidential patient records in accordance with Health Service Policies and Procedures.

• Provide central coordination, in collaboration with other Health Services reentry staff, of the patient transition caseload and facilitate communication among the pertinent healthcare team members and institutional staff as appropriate.
• Elicit participation of the team in developing, assessing, and revising individual patient Continuity of Care plans. This may include contacting institution Health Services staff, Program Services staff, Security staff, Transport staff, Administration staff, and when appropriate, the patient family.
• Initiate and coordinate Community referrals to appropriate service providers and agencies such as Disability Services, Social Security, Dialysis services, VA services, Community Care Facilities, Personal Care providers, and Community Corrections transition services staff.
• Initiate and coordinate Medical Facility placement for specialized care after release. Work with Community resources and providers to facilitate eligibility and placement process and to locate appropriate care facilities. Work with Care Facility staff to ensure appropriate continuity of medical care. (Plan with Community Corrections and DOC Administration to assure any necessary County waivers or possible adjustments in parole plans due to medical needs.)
• Assess durable medical equipment needs and provide equipment necessary for immediate support upon release, such as wheelchairs, walkers, canes, or glucometers.
• Provide follow-up or post-release problem solving with Community resources and services as appropriate to facilitate the transition period.
• Provide resources, contact, and process information to facilitate communication between DOC and Community team.
• Provide assistance to obtain necessary medical transition information necessary to continuity of care
• Accept opportunities to share DOC transition efforts to improve re-entry success-through improved communications and meeting with community team members.
• Support and facilitate accessibility of medical and financial benefits available in the community through pre-release application processes for these benefits.
• Identify community resources through community contacts for Nursing Homes, Secure facilities, Hospice facilities, and Adult Foster Care facilities.
• Coordinate EMP by receiving referrals for potential candidates, facilitating screening with the Facility Medical Director, providing necessary information and support through the investigation process and assisting, as part of the facility reentry team, with Continuity of Care planning upon identification of approval.

Coordinate the Re-Entry Navigation to ensure MOUD services are part of Continuity of Care planning.

• Work with MOUD transition staff to identify community resources for continuation or initiation of MOUD services at release.
• Educate potential candidates about the MOUD program expectation and Narcan use upon release to the community.
• Facilitate lab tests, medical appointments, follow up services needed and release medications upon release.

Model pro-social behaviors; reinforce positive behaviors; redirect negative behaviors; and effectively communicate observed behaviors to responsible program staff, administrators, and supervisors. Initiate the Continuity of Care planning process by notification to all DOC Facility Health Services of patients with identified medical needs scheduled to be released within 6 months.

• Accept referrals of higher needs patients. Collaborate with the facility Health Services reentry team to identify high needs patients.
• Conduct patient interviews to determine specific medical, mental health, substance use disorder and other transition needs. A personalized Continuity of Care plan is developed based upon patient and staff interviews, medical record reviews, and review of transition staff release planning.

Other

• Emergency assignment to help with security in the event of a patient disturbance.
• Other duties as assigned for Health Services.

Registered Nurse 2 (RN2)

• Initial and continuous unencumbered licensure in the State of Washington as a Registered Nurse OR An unencumbered Multistate License from a participating Compact Licensure State and completion of the MLS demographic survey.

• One year experience working as a Registered Nurse.

• Must be American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) (Advanced Cardiac Life Support or other will not substitute for BLS)

• Proficient using computer-based programs to schedule, monitor and track patient information, perform data entry and word processing. Communicate via e-mail as well as other programs that may be needed to complete assigned work.

• Ability to work independently and with limited supervision.

NOTE: Must have initial and continuous unencumbered/unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES: All staff entering into employment with the Department of Corrections must possess the following competencies at the time of hire: Safety, Treats Others with Respect and Courtesy, Dependability, Accountability, Judgment and Problem Solving, Leadership, Communication, Relationship Building, Ethics and Integrity, and Embracing Diversity and Cultural Differences. All supervisors and managers must also possess the following: People Management and Managing for Results. Competency descriptions may be found on the IDOC website and on the Performance Development Plan expectationsMission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives. Our Vision: Working together for safer communities. Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values:

• Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
• Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
• People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
• Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
• Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.

**Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.

• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.

• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.

• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.

• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.

• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.

• This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.

• Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.

• Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds. Under rare circumstances this position may be required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds.

• Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.

• Candidates who are offered a job with the Department of Corrections must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.

• Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made.

We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies: Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.

• Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
• Promote inclusiveness.
• Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.

What We Offer:

As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• 3 days of bereavement Leave
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

Retirement Options:

• PERS: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, visit the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) or call 800-547-6657.
• PSERS: Many positions within DOC are covered by the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a PERS-eligible position to a PSERS eligible position, they will retire under two different systems/plans. Contact DRS for more information.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability. For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email [email protected] or call us at 509-907-7808 For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.