Registered Nurse 3 - AHCC

Registered Nurse 3 - AHCC

Salary

$108,012.00 - $176,988.00 Annually

Location

Spokane County - Airway Heights, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Permanent

Job Number

HS-AHCC-2026-06551

Department

Dept. of Corrections

Division

HS - AHCC

Opening Date

08/06/2026

Closing Date

8/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

Registered Nurse 3

Airway Heights Corrections Center

Airway Heights, WA.

Monthly salary: $9,001.00-$14,749.00

Annual salary: $108,012.00-$176,988.00

Schedule: 7:30am-4:00pm (0730-1600) Monday-Friday (Sat/Sun off)

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Registered Nurse 3 for the Airway Heights Corrections Center (AHCC) located in Airway Heights, WA.

This position supports the Department's mission to improve public safety by delivering and supervising others in the delivery of nursing services that promote health, foster healing, and support coping and adjusting to various health conditions. This position supports the mission of the Health Servies Division by providing necessary, comprehensive, quality health services and promoting incarcerated individual wellness.

COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKET WILL INCLUDE:

• A detailed resume

The mission of the Department of Corrections is to improve public safety by positively changing lives'. For additional information visit our website at doc.wa.gov

Application assessment will be ongoing; the hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It's the applicants advantage to apply as early as possible. This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non-permanent positions.

Duties

Ensure continuity and coordination of care for patients identified as medically complex:

• Collaborates with Reentry Nurse and Psych Social Worker to ensure continuity of care for high complexity patients after release, to include clinical communication and health information transfer with the patient's community PCP, ensuring post-release appointments in the community are made, and post-release self-management plan is in place.
• Ensures continuity of care at inta-system transfer by direct communication with the receiving facilities primary care team and/or care coordinator as appliable.
• Ensure continuity of care after hospital discharge or emergency department evaluation.

Provides direct patient care and monitoring to the facility's high complexity patient population:

• Performs initial comprehensive nursing assessments on patients newly referred for care management, including collection and review of subjective and objective data.
• Evaluates patients post discharge from hospitalization or emergency department evaluation.

Develops and implements a care plan for a facility's identified high complexity patient population in collaboration with primary care team:

• Synthesizes available objective and subjective medical data to create a person and condition specific plan of care upon initial evaluation.

Promotes patient self-management and provides education:

• Promotes patient self-management and empowers patients to achieve maximum levels of wellness and independence

Collaborates with primary care team, other clinical disciplines, and HS administrative staff to care for the facilities identified high complexity patient population:

• Receives and evaluates referrals from primary care team and other Health Services staff for enrollment in the DOC HS Care Management program.
• Works in conjunction with Patient Services Representative (PSR), Patient Navigator, and primary care Medical Assistant to ensure completion and follow up of off site referrals.
• Collaborates with primary care practitioner in management of patient's chronic and acute illness, including communicating any changes in the patient's status.
• Collaborates with other clinical disciplines as indicated including behavioral health, dental and SARU.
• Participates in scheduled multidisciplinary team meetings with the primary care team, Facility Medical Director and other clinical disciplines to review the status of the complex patient population as needed.

Participates in system-wide development of DOC HS Care Management program:

• Participates with other Health Services Staff in periodic system-wide HS Care Management program development meetings, via tele-conference or in-person.

Other duties as assigned:

• Established therapeutic relationships that preserve professional boundaries with patients.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Initial and continuous unencumbered licensure in the State of Washington as a Registered Nurse

OR

• An unencumbered Multi-State License from a participating Compact Licensure State and completion of the MLS demographic survey.

AND

• Two years' experience working as a Registered Nurse.
• Training by the American Heart Association in Healthcare Providers CPR.
• Proficient using computer-based programs to schedule, monitor and track patient information, perform data entry and word processing, and communicate via email, as well as other programs that may be needed to complete assigned work.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

AND Approved Certification - which may include one of the following:

• Certified Managed Care Nurse (CMCN) through the American Heart Association of Managed Care Nurses (AAMCN)
• Chronic Case Professional Certification (CCP) through the Health Sciences Institute.
• Nursing Case Management Certification (CMGT-BC) through the American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC)

OR Ability to obtain one of the above listed certification within 6 months of hire.

In addition to the above, this position requires:

Analysis - Uses data and information in a clear and rationale thought process to assess and understand issues, evaluate options, form accurate conclusions and make decisions. Identifies key facts, understands the nature and relationship between data elements, recognizes underlying principles or patterns in an array of data, and determines if additional data should be collected. Uses judgement and critical thinking in the absence of clear guidelines to draw conclusions about further action.

Observation and Inspection - Critically observes and inspects people, conditions, and the environment to detect problems. Acutely aware of critical details, alert and attentive when performing other work, understands normal conditions and constantly compares the current status to the norm to identify subtle changes and incremental deviation, makes informed judgement about when a change in current status must occur and determines appropriate action. Uses insight to identify contributing and mediating factors. Understands thorough documentation and other forms of communication to cause others to understand and take appropriate action.

Decisiveness - Makes timely decisions without sacrificing quality even under ambiguous circumstances or when data is limited. Recognizes when a decision must be made and moved forward, delegates decision making authority appropriately, advocates for important patient care objectives and finds common ground, and solutions among diverse interests.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working in care management with high complexity/high needs patients.
• Experience working as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting or a correctional facility.
• Certification as a Correctional Healthcare Professional.

Supplemental Information

Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.

Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values:

• Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
• Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
• Peoples safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
• Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
• Supporting peoples success: Corrections is committed to our community - understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.

Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.

• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.
• Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.
• Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds. Under rare circumstances this position may be required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds.
• Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
• Candidates who are offered a job with the Department of Corrections must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
• Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made.

We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies:

Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.

• Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Respectfully acknowledge peoples differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
• Promote inclusiveness.
• Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.

What We Offer:

As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

Many DOC jobs are covered by the Public Safety Employees Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) eligible position to a PSERS eligible position, they actually retire under two different systems/plans. For more information, please contact the Department of Retirement System at: 1-800-547-6657.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email lindsey.martinez@doc1.wa.gov or call us at 425-760-4485. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

01

Do you have an initial and continuous unencumbered licensure in the State of Washington or another state as a Registered Nurse?

• I have an Initial and continuous unencumbered licensure in the State of Washington as a Registered Nurse
• I have an unencumbered Multi-State License from a participating Compact Licensure State
• None of the above

02

Please list your state of licensure

03

Please list your license number

04

How many years of expierence do you have working as a Registered Nurse?

• I have none OR less than 2 years of experience
• I have 2 years of experience
• I have 3-5 years of experience
• I have 6-8 years of experience
• I have 9-10+ years of experience

05

Do you have training by the American Heart Association in Healthcare Providers CPR?

• Yes
• No - but i can obtain prior to hire
• No

06

Are you proficient using computer-based programs to schedule, monitor and track patient information, perform data entry and word processing, and communicate via email, as well as other programs that may be needed to complete assigned work?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have the ability to work independently with limited supervision?

• Yes
• No

08

Please select any/all of the below certifications that you possess OR have the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

• Certified Managed Care Nurse (CMCN) through the American Heart Association of Managed Care Nurses (AAMCN)
• Chronic Case Professional Certification (CCP) through the Health Sciences Institute.
• Nursing Case Management Certification (CMGT-BC) through the American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC)
• None / other

09

Do you have experience working in care management with high complexity/high needs patients?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have experience working as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting or a correctional facility?

• Yes
• No

11

Do you have certification as a Correctional Health Care Professional?

• Yes
• No

12

If hired for this position, will you require employer sponsorship, either now or in the future?

• Yes
• No

13

If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States? The attached link lists acceptable documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents [suggested link to I-9 documents]

• Yes
• No

14

How did you hear about the opportunity that you are applying to?

• DOC Website
• careers.wa.gov
• governmentjob.com
• Indeed - job posting
• Indeed - direct message/recruiter contact
• Linkedin
• Diversityjobs.com
• Miliaryjobs.com
• Job/career fair
• Referral from current DOC employee
• Internal candidate/current employee

15

If other, how did you learn about this job opportunity?

16

If you were referred by a current DOC employee, please provide their first and last name below, otherwise type "N/A."

Required Question

Employer State of Washington

Address View Job Posting for Agency Information

View Job Posting for Location, Washington, 98504

Website http://www.careers.wa.gov