Job Shadowing Question

SwampCat, BSN · Jun 25, 2015

I actually just called about this for a job posting near me in CT and spoke with the HSA who said it takes "a lot of doing" to get a job shadow going because of the hazardous environment, the background checks, etc. He did tell me that there is a tour of the facility during the interview which he did say was "as close to" a job shadow he could do, which sounds a little scary: you want me to accept a position without seeing exactly what a day is like? I'm thinking this is quite different than a day in Med/Surg or a day in mental health.

I know my school had rotations you could apply for in the DOC (fundamentals and mental health). I, unfortunately, was rejected both times (many, many applicants from my class). Still very curious, though. Good luck!

f1j1nurse · Jun 25, 2015

I have never heard of job shadows n corrections in Cali. Although I know some schools are contracted with some psych institutions that house inmates only (who are not fit t stand trial). Basically a shadow is hard because of the background checks and because you are not employed by the state/county/private contractor that you will be working (shadowing) for.

And yes a typical corrections nursing day is no where close to a typical med/surg day ( I have worked both so I can tell you this from my personal experience). There are a lot threads on here that describe a typical day in corrections, I suggest you read them:) Good luck with your search.