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Company:
Pennington County SD
Posted: July 2, 2024
Salary: $29.73 - $32.03 Hourly
Location : Rapid City, SD
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 01372
Department: Sheriff's Office
Division: Jail
Opening Date: 04/30/2024
Position Description
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.
Position FunctionsEssential Functions:
Working Environment:
• 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
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
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 Program
Employee Referral Program
Pennington County Benefit Summary
The following is a summary of benefits available to full-time and part-time benefited employees of Pennington County.
Heath Care Program
Health - Pennington County has a self-funded health care program for employees and their dependents. Health Insurance and Prescription Drug is covered through Wellmark (Blue Cross Blue Shield). Two plans are offered: a traditional PPO plan with co-pay structure and a high deductible plan with higher deductible/out-of-pocket maximums.
Dental - Dental coverage is provided through Delta Dental of South Dakota. 100% of usual and customary charges for preventive and diagnostic procedures are covered, after a $50 deductible per individual / $150 per family. Routine and restorative procedures, endodontics, periodontics, and major services are covered at 50%. There is an annual maximum of $1000 per individual. Orthodontics are not covered under this plan.
Prescription - The Health care program includes retail and mail order (90-day supply) prescription coverage, both requiring an affordable co-pay. Co-pays do not accumulate toward satisfaction of the deductible or co-insurance limit.
Note: Health care program coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following one complete month of employment. The program is available for employees and their dependents.
Life Insurance
Pennington County provides a $20,000 basic life insurance policy for every benefited employee. Optional supplemental life insurance can be purchased for employee, spouse, and dependent children.
Employee Assistance Program
Pennington County employees and family members may receive counseling services for issues relating to financial difficulties, marital and family distress, emotional problems, and alcohol or drug abuse. Generally speaking, as many as three visits annually are provided at no charge.
Location : Rapid City, SD
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 01372
Department: Sheriff's Office
Division: Jail
Opening Date: 04/30/2024
Position Description
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.
Position FunctionsEssential Functions:
- 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.
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.
- 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
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
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 Program
Employee Referral Program
Pennington County Benefit Summary
The following is a summary of benefits available to full-time and part-time benefited employees of Pennington County.
Heath Care Program
Health - Pennington County has a self-funded health care program for employees and their dependents. Health Insurance and Prescription Drug is covered through Wellmark (Blue Cross Blue Shield). Two plans are offered: a traditional PPO plan with co-pay structure and a high deductible plan with higher deductible/out-of-pocket maximums.
Dental - Dental coverage is provided through Delta Dental of South Dakota. 100% of usual and customary charges for preventive and diagnostic procedures are covered, after a $50 deductible per individual / $150 per family. Routine and restorative procedures, endodontics, periodontics, and major services are covered at 50%. There is an annual maximum of $1000 per individual. Orthodontics are not covered under this plan.
Prescription - The Health care program includes retail and mail order (90-day supply) prescription coverage, both requiring an affordable co-pay. Co-pays do not accumulate toward satisfaction of the deductible or co-insurance limit.
Note: Health care program coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following one complete month of employment. The program is available for employees and their dependents.
Life Insurance
Pennington County provides a $20,000 basic life insurance policy for every benefited employee. Optional supplemental life insurance can be purchased for employee, spouse, and dependent children.
Employee Assistance Program
Pennington County employees and family members may receive counseling services for issues relating to financial difficulties, marital and family distress, emotional problems, and alcohol or drug abuse. Generally speaking, as many as three visits annually are provided at no charge.
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