Nursing Aide - ( 23141474 )

NURSING AIDE (CORRECTIONAL HEALTH SERVICES TECH)

RIVERSIDE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

BOULDER, MT

MISSION - Montana Department of Corrections is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment.

If you want to work making positive changes in the community the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!

JOB OVERVIEW – The Special Needs Unit (SNU) provides 24-hour nursing aide care for the medical management of offenders placed in the unit. Medical management includes: Arranging for admission into the SNU by communicating with staff. Assisting in activities of daily living for offenders such as transfers, bathing, feeding, etc. Assisting nurses and physicians by doing vital signs, patient check ins, and treatments such as EKG’s. Responding to urgent situations and uses de-escalation skills in the event of dangerous problems or emergencies both in the SNU. Gathers and reports medical data and documents in the offender’s medical record. Assists with filing of documents in the medical record and scheduling of off-site appointments. Maintains inventory and equipment control by completing tracking logs and inventory control counts for tools, syringes and other medical equipment and purchase of medical supplies. Also maintains oxygen tanks and service equipment.

The purpose of this position is to provide direct care and medical case management to the inmates housed in the SNU. To provide treatment services, counseling, and teaching in the performance of daily living activities. Provides security and safety within the confines of the institution with the focus of security responsibilities in the SNU. To help reduce the effects of medical illness on the inmate's overall functional status so that they may be reintegrated into the community.

QUALIFICATIONS - High school diploma or equivalent with 1 year of job-related college or vocational training and 1-2 years of job related work experience

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS – State of Montana Application

Applications submitted without required materials will not be considered

Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process, please make sure all attachments are marked as RELEVANT

If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

Background screens which may include criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries, and reference checks will be conducted for this position.

BENEFITS - Health, dental, vision & prescription coverage for self or dependents available from date of hire, 15 paid vacation days, 12 sick days & 10-11 paid holidays annually, and membership in Retirement system with state contribution (vesting applies). Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF.

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NOTICES

Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 - Any person who has been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or is the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position.

Tobacco Free - Use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes in Department of Corrections buildings, is prohibited. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is also prohibited.

The Montana Department of Corrections is an EOE/M/F/D/V/SO (Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority, Female, Disabled, Veteran, Sexual Orientation)

High school diploma or equivalent with 1 year of job-related college or vocational training and 1-2 years of job related work experience

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $ 16.00 - 16.00 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings : 1 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time

Shift : Night Job Travel : Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location : Boulder Agency : Department of Corrections Union : Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date : May 15, 2023, 9:10:39 AM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Jul 18, 2023, 12:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials : None

Contact Name : Amanda Yocom | Contact Email : amanda.yocom@mt.gov | Contact Phone : 406-444-0439