Licensed Practical Nurse 4 - WCCW

Licensed Practical Nurse 4 (LPN4)

Full-Time, Permanent

Washington Corrections Center for Women (WCCW)

Gig Harbor, WA

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN4) for the Washington Corrections Center for Women (WCCW) located in Gig Harbor, Washington.

The Washington Corrections Center for Women (WCCW) is a 62.6-acre facility located approximately two miles from Gig Harbor. The site includes living units, administration buildings, a health clinic, education buildings, a gymnasium, a chapel, industries buildings, food service buildings and support facilities.

Correctional Health is a rewarding career path at DOC, in which health care professionals treat a wide array of cases for patients residing in a state correctional facility. Health Services is responsible for basic primary care for incarcerated individuals. All disciplines within all of the 12 correctional facilities work closely together to reach a common goal, providing the best, most efficient, and cost-effective health care possible. Emphasis is placed on early identification of health concerns, care for acute and chronic health problems, and preventive care.

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 your interest and outlining your qualifications.
• Three professional references.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. 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.Under the direct or indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse 4 supports the Department's mission to improve public safety by assisting in the implementation of the nursing process and delivering services to promote health, foster healing, and support coping and adjustment to various health conditions.

Duties include but are not limited to :

OR

An unencumbered Multistate License from a participating Compact Licensure State as outlined by the Nurse Licensure Compact and Department of Health with completion of Suicide Prevention, EDIR training, and MLS demographic survey

Preferred Qualifications :

Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).Please include a minimum of three professional references with your application :

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 :

Additional Information :

Our Mission : 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 :

We are committed to hiring individuals who possess the following core diversity competencies :

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 diversity, 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 mgtrujillo@doc1.wa.gov. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.