Registered Nurse (Department of Corrections)

Registered Nurse (Department of Corrections)

Salary

$83,237.00 - $114,456.00 Annually

Location

10005 E. Osborn Rd, Scottsdale, AZ

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

100369-260512

Department

Health & Human Services

Opening Date

05/12/2026

Closing Date

6/14/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

• Description
• Benefits

Definition

Definition: Under the supervision of the Nurse Practitioner primarily assigned to the Department of Corrections from HHS, provides nursing care to adult and juvenile detainees of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa (SRPMIC) Department of Corrections. Reports to the Clinic Nurse Manager or designee. This job class is treated as FLSA Exempt.

Essential Functions: Essential functions may vary among positions and may include the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in this classification.

Examples of Tasks

• Direct Care: Performs nursing assessments and screenings.
• Obtains and documents health histories.
• Initiates patient education efforts and preventative health measures within scope of practice for professional registered nurse.
• Carries out medical provider orders.
• Initiates appropriate interventions according to health care priorities identified in conjunction with primary care provider.
• Monitors detainees conditions and reports to medical providers.
• Sets up and monitors medication administration.
• Monitors medications and determines efficacy of medications, side effects and drug interactions.
• Provides medication education to detainees.
• Provides health education and health skills training to Department of Corrections (DOC) staff.
• Assists with HHS employee health efforts including annual influenza vaccination clinic.
• Participates as a member of multi-disciplinary consultation and review teams including case assignments.
• Administration: Assures adherence to established policies, procedures and standing orders.
• Oversees care coordination for all adult and juvenile detainees including the coordination of all health related appointments and referrals.
• Coordinates health care aspect of detainees transition to another facility, whether correctional, hospital, treatment center or other.
• Documents accurately, legibly and completely in patient charts. Includes subjective and objective data, treatment provided, evaluation of treatment effectiveness and patient education provided.
• Develops and documents nursing care plans and interdisciplinary treatment plans.
• Establishes and maintains documentation and communication flow between Health staff at DOC and DOC staff.
• Appraises quality and effectiveness of documentation, education materials and equipment periodically and makes recommendations for change when necessary.
• Follows through to ensure that agreed upon changes are implemented and maintained.
• Maintains program data.
• Prepares and submits required reports.
• Participates in case staffing as required.
• Miscellaneous: Performs other duties as assigned to maintain and enhance the health care program and Department of Health and Human Services service operation.
• Maintains professional knowledge and proficiency in nursing through continuing education, staff meetings, training and conferences, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and other Characteristics:

• Knowledge of theory, principles and scope of practice for a professional registered nurse.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and agency laws and regulations governing professional nursing practice.
• Knowledge of health systems.
• Knowledge of current and emerging issues in Correctional Health.
• Knowledge of disease processes.
• Knowledge of data collection and analysis.
• Knowledge of theory and practices of management in nursing services.
• Knowledge of assessment, preventative and therapy procedures in a correctional setting.
• Knowledge of counseling theory and techniques plus learning principles and strategies.
• Knowledge of medical, public health and social service resources available to Native Americans including, but not limited to, Indian Health Service, Medicare, Medicaid, ALTCS, SSI, etc.
• Knowledge of public health practices and concerns.
• Knowledge of history, culture, laws, rules, customs and traditions of the Salt River Pima-MaricopaIndian Community.
• Skill assessing client needs and developing care plans.
• Skill observing, assessing and documenting patient behavior and progress.
• Skill with verbal and written communication and ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people, correctional facility staff and health professionals.
• Skill maintaining accurate records and compiling timely reports.
• Skill performing emergency medical procedures including first aid and Basic Cardiac Life Support.
• Skill applying professional nursing methods and techniques.
• Skill applying and interpreting federal, state, and agency laws and regulations governing professional nursing practices.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, subordinates, supervisors, health care professionals, Tribal officials, detainees and representatives of resource agencies.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Ability to incorporate cultural differences, health beliefs and learning styles.
• Ability to identify and address programmatic problems.
• Ability to collect, analyze, report and use data.
• Ability to develop and implement program protocols.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to operate a variety of standard office equipment including cellular phones, photocopiers, FAX machines, calculators and personal computers.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Active unrestricted AZ Registered Nurse license.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Experience working with Native American Communities preferred.
• Experience working in a corrections facility as a Registered Nurse preferred.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of nursing experience

Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education and experience that will allow the applicant to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be considered.

Underfill Eligibility: An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill.

Special Requirements

• May be required to work beyond normal business hours including nights, weekends and holidays.

• Employees in, and applicants applying for, jobs providing direct services to children are subject to the Community Code of Ordinances, Chapter 11, Minors, Article X. Investigation of Persons Working With Children.

• New hires in clinical roles must present valid BLS certification (Healthcare Provider BLS for clinicians) prior to the first day of patient care.

• Ensures all patient information is kept confidential and complies with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations and SRPMIC HHS policies and procedures.

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check.

"SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualified: Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

In order to obtain preference, the following is required: 1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission).

Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods:

1) attach to application

2) fax (480) 362-5860

3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources.

4) email to HRRecruitment@srpmic-nsn.gov

Documentation must be received by position closing date.

The IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted.

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Employee Benefits Overview

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) is committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, designed to enhance your quality of life both at work and at home. Below is a summary of the benefits available to SRPMIC employees. Plan details and eligibility requirements are provided upon hire and are subject to change.

Health Care Benefits

SRPMIC provides medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for all regular full-time employees enrolled in standard plans. These benefits represent a significant part of your total compensation.

Medical: Choose from three plan options to fit your needsthe Low Deductible Plan, the Mid-Deductible Plan, and the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). As a self-funded plan, SRPMIC directly covers the cost of medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision services for all participants.

Dental: Enjoy nationwide access to the Humana Dental PPO/Traditional Preferred network, offering flexibility and choice in selecting dental care providers.

Vision: Coverage is provided through Davis Vision, including eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses. Members also benefit from discounted rates on additional eyewear and services.

Life Insurance: All eligible employees are automatically enrolled in a fully paid basic term life insurance policy with a matching accidental death benefit.

Retirement Plans

SRPMIC supports your long-term financial goals through multiple retirement plan options:

401(k) and Roth Plans: Eligible employees can participate in both pre-tax and post-tax retirement savings plans. SRPMIC contributes 5% of your compensation to the pre-tax 401(k) and matches up to 3% of your salary deferral contributions.

Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS): Available to eligible certified police officers and firefighters.

Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS): Available to Salt River School educators.

Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): A retiree HRA with Health Equity, which is a tax-advantaged employer-funded account that retired employees (Age 55+) can use for qualified medical expenses, including some premiums, and out-of-pocket expenses such as copays and deductibles.

Paid Leave & Holidays

Annual & Sick Leave: Employees accrue separate balances for sick and annual leave each pay period. Sick leave may be used for personal or family illness and medical appointments, while annual leave covers vacation or personal time.

Holidays: SRPMIC observes 15 paid holidays each year, including two discretionary holidays and one day of birthday leave.

Other SRPMIC Paid Benefits

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

SRPMIC offers a confidential Employee Assistance Program through SupportLinc, available at no cost to employees, their dependents, and household members.

Additional Voluntary Benefits

WellPath Wellness Program: A voluntary wellness initiative that encourages healthy living and rewards participation with incentives. Available to all employees and their dependents.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Administered by HealthEquity, FSAs allow you to pay for eligible health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Health Savings Account (HSA): Available to employees enrolled in the HDHP.

Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance: Employees may purchase additional life and accidental death coverage for themselves and their dependents.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): SRPMIC is a qualified employer under the PSLF program. Employees may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness.

At SRPMIC, we value our employees and are proud to offer benefits that support your health, well-being, and future.

Employer Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community

Address 10005 E Osborn Road

Scottsdale, Arizona, 85256

Phone 480-362-7925

480-362-7925

Website http://www.srpmic-nsn.gov/employment