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 Department of Corrections is accepting applications for
Registered Nurse (Nurse Clinician 2) positions in locations throughout the state. This recruitment will be used to recruit full-time positions.
Position Summary
A Nurse Clinician 2 is responsible for providing skilled nursing care to patients in the state correctional facilities. This may include both ambulatory and infirmary settings.
These skilled nursing duties include patient assessment and treatment, assisting the physician in providing medical services, management of medications, provision of emergency care, and maintenance of medical records.
In addition, the Nurse Clinician 2 is expected to participate in educational programs for staff and patients and participate in activities to maintain their nursing skill level.
Please note: If you are currently working under contract for a staffing agency at the Department of Corrections, you must have worked at least 720 hours of your contract.
Salary Information
Nurse Clinician 2 is in pay schedule and
range 11-02 with pay starting from
$43.72/hr - $52.14/hr, depending on full years of licensure as a Registered Nurse .
0 Years $43.72/hour
3 Years $45.97/hour
5 Years $47.12/hour
7 Years $48.28/hour
9 Years $49.45/hour
11+ Years $50.61/hour
Candidates with no prior permanent employment with the State of Wisconsin in the past 5 years may be eligible to accept a sign-on bonus of $3,000. The sign-on bonus will be paid in two installments: $1500 on the first paycheck and $1500 with the paycheck for the pay period in which the employee attains permanent status (usually 1 year). (UW System employment isn't disqualifying.) To receive the bonus, a candidate must sign an agreement indicating they will remain in that position for a year. If the candidate leaves their position prior to completing the one year, they may be required to reimburse the initial payment.
Nurse Clinician 2 positions at Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility may receive an additional add-on of $3.00/hr worked.
Employees at Green Bay Correctional Institution are eligible for a $5/hour add-on for all hours worked.
Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A twelve-month probationary period is required. This position is FLSA Exempt.
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, 9 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 including a lifetime retirement payment.
- An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan .
- The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
- Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
- DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
- Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.
- To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator here .
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 will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting . 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.
Remote work options are not available for these positions.
Qualifications
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Applicants must possess current unrestricted licensure as a
Registered Nurse in Wisconsin or another state participating in the Nurse Licensure Compact .
How To Apply
The initial screening prior to interview is based on a review of your license(s)/credential(s). You will affirm your possession of the required credential and enter your credential number into a text box.
To apply: Click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.
Submitted information will be evaluated and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
You will be asked about your license in the application process, and there will be a field for you to enter your license number. Please enter it as it appears on the DSPS website as this is how we will verify your license. This is the License # that ends in
"-30". If your license is listed under a former name, please include the former name. If you have an out of state license, make sure to include the state.
Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete this application process in order to be considered.
Current State of Wisconsin (non-UW) Employees: 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.
Questions can be directed to Jordan Hampton, HR Specialist Senior, at Jordan.Hampton@wisconsin.gov
Current Vacancies (shifts may be updated based on operational needs) :
Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution (Plymouth, WI) Combination of AM/PM shifts (6:00am-8:00pm); every 4th weekend
Fox Lake Correctional Institution (Fox Lake, WI) 2:00pm- 10:30pm
New Lisbon Correctional Institution (New Lisbon, WI) Combination of 6:00am-2:30pm and every 6th weekend
Lincoln Hills/Copper Lake School (Irma, WI) Combination of 6:00am- 2:30pm and 2:00pm- 10:30pm shifts
Robert E. Ellsworth Correctional Center (Union Grove, WI) 12pm - 10:30pm; including some weekend coverage
Waupun Correctional Institution (Waupun, WI) Hours to be determined upon hire
Stanley Correctional Institution (Stanley, WI) AM/PM rotation 8:00am- 4:30pm; 1:00pm-9:30pm
Oshkosh Correctional Institution (Oshkosh, WI)
- 6:00am-10:30pm
- 10:00pm- 6:30am
Deadline to Apply
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the needs of the department are met. This posting will be up until:
Wednesday January 13, 2027. At that time, we anticipate creating a new job opening to continue recruiting for this classification, and individuals will need to reapply to be considered.
Applications are processed every other week, usually on
Thursdays. After your application is processed, you will receive an eligibility designation.
If you are found eligible , then your name will be placed on a register, and may be contacted about vacancies as they occur based on the locations you select. You are welcome to apply to a location even if they don't have a current vacancy.
Not all locations have vacancies.
If you are found ineligible due to lacking the required credential , you may e-mail the contact above when your credential is current on the DSPS website or in another compact state. If your credential is found acceptable, we will reassess your application.
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