Licensed Vocational Nurse

$68,892 – 77,844 annual salary

Grow your nursing career with CCHCS! Mule Creek State Prison is seeking skilled Licensed Vocational Nurses ready to discover a rewarding career in correctional health care. You’ll have access to a well-defined career ladder that can take you from LVN to RN to Nurse Manager; a wide range of benefits; and the security of employment with the State of California.

You will facilitate access to care and provide nursing care to patients including medication administration, prevention and health-risk behavior screening, immunizations, patient education/engagement, interventions for unhealthy lifestyles/habits, and assistance with activities of daily living.

To qualify for this role, you must have possession of a valid, active license from the State of California to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.

In return for your efforts, CCHCS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
• A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Robust retirement plans, including 401(k), 457(b), and State of California Pension – visit CalPERS.ca.gov for retirement formulas
• And much more

EOE.

Department Information

CDCR/CCHCS values all team members. We work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population, which includes medical, dental, nursing, mental health, and pharmacy. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR/CCHCS mission.

CDCR and CCHCS are proud to partner on the California Model which will transform the correctional landscape for our employees and the incarcerated. The California Model is a systemwide change that leverages national and international best practices to address longstanding challenges related to incarceration and institution working conditions, creating a safe, professional, and satisfying workplace for staff as well as rehabilitation for the incarcerated. Additionally, the California Model improves success of the decarcerated through robust re-entry efforts back into to the community.

Department Website: https://cchcs.ca.gov/careers