Introduction The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.
The Division of Adult Institution is recruiting to fill a
Nurse Clinician 4 position. This position is based out of Columbia Correctional Institution (Portage, WI, Columbia County)
Position Summary Under the general supervision of the Nursing Supervisor, this position functions independently in an expanded clinical role giving expert direct and indirect nursing care to patients who have complex care needs. Demonstrates training in Nursing Practice and the Nursing process. Actively participates as a member of the multidisciplinary team in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care. Consults with the multi-disciplinary team within the institution, other DOC institutions and the community on planning and evaluating care for patients with multiple medical and psychiatric needs. Identifies, develops and implements plans to meet the learning needs of Persons In Our Care (PIOC) patients, staff, students, and community agencies related to medical care and re-entry of offenders. Participates in collaborative program planning to meet the health needs of offenders at the institution and in the community when they are due to be discharged. Initiates and participates in research and quality improvement activities.
Salary Information This position is in pay schedule/range 11-01 with an annual salary of
$99299-$113339, plus excellent benefits. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the State Compensation Plan, Wisconsin Administrative Code, and statutes. A twelve-month probationary period is required.
In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
- Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, nine paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
- Insurance : Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment
- An optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
- DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
- The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
- Our Employee Assistance Program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
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Job Details Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.
The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.
The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.
As public safety employees, remote work is not an option for these positions.
Qualifications SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: - Licensed to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Wisconsin.
- M ust be certified in basic CPR/AED and maintain recertification per licensure.
AND Minimally qualified applicants will have all the following experience:
- Collaborating with other supervisors regarding general unit management.
- Identifying and planning to meet learning needs of complex care/disease patients and other nursing staff related to delivering high quality nursing care.
- Functioning as a nursing team lead (e.g. charge nurse) in an ambulatory setting.
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Submitted material will be evaluated and the most qualified applications will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring for available vacancies.
Permanent classified state employees who are eligible of consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement) should complete the application process as described above by the stated date. If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you will need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the "Careers" tile on the front page.
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of their service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to HR Specialist. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.
Questions can be directed to Adriana Sierra, Human Resources Specialist - Senior, at
[email protected] .
Deadline to Apply Online applications and materials will be accepted on an ongoing basis and must be submitted prior to 11:59pm on November 10, 2025. Applications are processed every week, usually on Thursdays.
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