Correctional Nursing Careers
- Olympia, Washington
- 03/08/2024
Nurses have the opportunity to make a positive impact while developing a long-term career with an organization that offers excellent benefits and professional development.
Our nurses deliver services which promote health, foster healing, and support coping and adjustment to various health conditions.
Required Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing
The ability to obtain a valid Washington State license to practice as a Registered Nurse prior to employment
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)
NOTE: Must have initial and continuous unencumbered/unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse.
Competitive Benefits
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 package in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also include:
Outstanding benefits and pension package
Training and development opportunities
Paid administrative leave for continuing education
Eligible for state and federal loan repayment programs
Up to 25 paid vacation days a year
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!
The Washington State Department of Corrections has eight (8) major correctional facilities throughout the state of Washington, as well as four (4) smaller correctional camps:
Airway Heights Corrections Center - Airway Heights, WA
Washington Corrections Center - Shelton, WA
Clallam Bay Corrections Center - Clallam Bay, WA
Coyote Ridge Corrections Center - Coyote Ridge, WA
Stafford Creek Corrections Center - Aberdeen, WA
Monroe Correctional Complex - Monroe, WA
Washington Corrections Center for Women - Gig Harbor, WA
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