Sounds to me like correctional nursing in California is one hell of a job!
Ok, I had to post this because I was so surprised to see that rn's working at correctional facilities in california are making $7,000-$9000 a month and bonus's and $139 a night shift diff! Not that I plan to run off and work in San Quentin but it was post worthy. I have friends working in correctional facilities here in Michigan and they only make about $28 an hour and they pay a great deal out of that for subpar benefits. They do say that they never feel unsafe. Hmmmm...
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REGISTERED NURSE,
CORRECTIONAL FACILITY
Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation
OPEN STATEWIDE
T180-9275 5CEJ5
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER TO ALL REGARDLESS OF RACE, COLOR, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, SEX, MARITAL STATUS, DISABILITY, RELIGIOUS OR POLITICAL AFFILIATION, AGE OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION.
IT IS AN OBJECTIVE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO ACHIEVE A DRUG-FREE STATE WORK PLACE. ANY APPLICANT FOR STATE EMPLOYMENT WILL BE EXPECTED TO BEHAVE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS OBJECTIVE BECAUSE THE USE OF ILLEGAL DRUGS IS INCONSISTENT WITH THE LAW OF THE STATE, THE RULES GOVERNING CIVIL SERVICE AND THE SPECIAL TRUST PLACED IN PUBLIC SERVANTS.
EXAMINATION TYPE
This is an open examination. Applications for this examination will not be accepted on a promotional basis. Career credits will not be granted.
LOCATION
This examination is administered by the State Personnel Board utilizing the Internet.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications as stated below may apply and take this examination at any time. Once you have taken the Training and Experience Evaluation examination, you may not retest for six (6) months.
HOW TO APPLY
The Application and Training and Experience Evaluation is available on the Internet. Applicants respond to questions regarding their ability to meet minimum qualifications, provide contact information, and take the Training and Experience Evaluation. The application form for Registered Nurse, CF is contained within the Internet process therefore a standard state application is not necessary.
If you do not have Internet access, there are public access Internet terminals in over 150 California public libraries. Contact your local library for information as to where the nearest Internet terminal is located and the policies related to usage. The State Personnel Board Service Center, located at 801 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, CA, also has Internet terminals that are available for public use at no cost. For more information, contact the Service Center at (916) 653-1705.
If you are not familiar with the Internet, you may have a friend or family member assist you. You may apply and take the examination on the Internet by connecting to the following on line instructions:
California State Civil Service On-Line Exam System - State Personnel Board - spb.ca.gov
Please note that the Internet system will be unavailable on Tuesday between 7:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., Pacific Standard Time, for processing and maintenance. Do not begin the application process on the Internet during this time as your record will not be processed. It takes approximately one hour to complete the application, and the Training and Experience Evaluation, on the Internet. If you begin the examination before 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday , be sure to allow sufficient time to complete the process.
HOW TO APPLY AT SAN QUENTIN STATE PRISON ONLY
Applicants who do not have computer access or are not comfortable with Internet testing may complete a written training and experience examination at San Quentin State Prisons Delegated Testing Office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. For questions, call the San Quentin State Prison Testing Officer at (415) 455-5021.
REGISTERED NURSE, CF - 9275
EXAMINATION INFORMATION CONTINUED
Bulletin Release Date: 12/15/05
CONTINUOUS FILING
Revised: 10/29/07
HOW TO APPLY AT SAN QUENTIN STATE PRISON ONLY
(CONTINUED)
San Quentin State Prison
Attn: Delegated Testing Officer
San Quentin, CA 94964
NOTE: The wearing of denim or gray sweats on institution grounds is prohibited as well as cellphones
SPECIAL TESTING ARRANGEMENTS
If you have a disability and need special testing arrangements, call the State Personnel Board's Examination and Selection Services Section at (916) 653-1502, Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TTY) at (916) 654-6336, or via California Relay (Telephone) Service for the deaf or hearing impaired: from TTY phones: 1-800-735-2929, for voice phones: 1-800-735-2922.
SALARY
As of September 1, 2007
$8,030.00 - $9,296.00 per month - This salary range applies only to incumbents appointed to San Quentin State Prison, Salinas Valley State Prison and the Correctional Training Facility.
$7,285.00 - $8,431.00 per month - This salary range applies to incumbents appointed to Adult Institutions, and Juvenile Facilities and Division of Correctional Health Care Services, except San Quentin State Prison, Salinas Valley State Prison and the Correctional Training Facility.
Additional bonuses are offered only at Adult Institutions as indicated below:
$1,500 one-time payment upon completion of one (1) qualifying pay period (applies to those appointed new to State service on or after 1/1/03).
$1,500 one-time payment upon completion of six (6) consecutive qualifying pay periods (applies to those appointed new to state service on or after 1/1/03).
$1,000 one-time payment upon completion of 18 consecutive qualifying pay periods (applies to those appointed new to state service on or after 1/1/03).
BENEFITS
Deferred Compensation Plans (Savings pool, 401k and 457 plans)
$100 Monthly Bilingual Differential Pay
75% Reimbursement of Van Pool, $65 maximum per month ($100 primary driver)
75% Reimbursement of Public Transit Passes, $65 maximum per month
Flexible work hours (management discretion)
Pre-tax parking (where applicable)
Fourteen (14) paid holidays
Generous paid vacation/sick leave or annual leave
Jury duty/military/bereavement leave
Health, Dental, and Vision Care Plans (Rural Health Care Equity Program for areas without HMOs)
Pre-retirement death benefit
Dependent Care Program
Long Term Insurance (CalPERS)
Home Loan Program (CalPERS)
Legal Services
Employee Assistance Program
$112 - $139 monthly Night Shift Differential Pay
Up to $450 annual Uniform Allowance
Reimbursement of License Renewal Fees (Actual Cost)
California Public Employees Safety Retirement System (exempt from paying into federal Social Security System)
Up to 32 hours of paid time off during a two-year period to attend continuing education classes/units to maintain license
Sounds to me like correctional nursing in California is one hell of a job!
Ha, do I detect a hint of irony? There is some sort of attraction about passing antipsychotic meds to the most infamous headliners...lol. Esp when it amounts to a six figure income. As grateful as I am to have a career that's in high demand and secure I'm just not one to romanticize nursing in general but I'll give it a try: isn't everyone entitled to quality healthcare? That should heat it up a bit.
I work in Ca. corrections at a level 4 Prison. Everyone I give medical care to are usually those who have been stabbed over a gambling debt..... owing soups or cosmetics. I have worked for the Prison system for 10 yrs. I cannot remember the first Inmate I responded to on the yard. I cannot remember the number of Inmates killed in the 10 yrs I have been employed as an RN- Correctional Facility. The Gangs run drugs, prostitution, extortion, murder etc. Have I been scared? Everyday.... Am I burned out? Yes... Have I seen Staff assaulted over nothing more than opportunity? I have. Correctional work in general is not for everybody. The wages are good but the work is hazardous. It is a thin line between Staff and Inmate.....
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