jescalynn replied to misspinkmeow's topic in Correctional
Probably depends where your at if your near Avenel they are hiring, they are always hiring. Many are many aren't. But it takes apx 6 months to get hired so don't get discouraged and apply everywhere.
jescalynn replied to Pca_85revived's topic in Correctional
Don't believe everything you see on TV. I have never witnessed abuse and neglect. Prisoners recieve better treatment than many people out on the street. But it's not a job for the faint of heart. Keep reading forums on here there are lots that talk a...
jescalynn replied to Beatricenurse's topic in Correctional
8hr shifts 6-2, 2-10, 10-12. OT is expected where I am. Your schedule is set, your RDOs (days off) are determined by your set schedule. Some people luck out and get good RDOs others get Tuesdays and Wednesday's off.
jescalynn replied to Cnurse1's topic in Correctional
I was hired limited term. The prison I work at hires most of its staff LT, I worked and still applied/interviewed. I was ok with the LT because I really just wanted my foot in the door, once your in your in. Everything else will be easier. FYI I sta...
jescalynn replied to Cnurse1's topic in Correctional
What I was told: you get one year, rolled over for two and at the end of two your made permanent. Wait it out it will all work out. What I did: applied for every permanent opening at my facility until I was made permanent. Took 2 months. So it is w...
jescalynn replied to RNforLongTime's topic in Correctional
So true! Someone explained to me that in *most* cases the only thing the inmate has control of is his body. He will care for it meticulously and come to the RN for the slightest things. They also love new nurses new people to try to manipulate!
jescalynn replied to SheriffLauren's topic in Correctional
My orientation was 2 months, so yes fantastic. I feel safer working in corrections than I would working in a ED. COs are there to keep you safe with inmate interactions. You should never be alone with an inmate & if you are (sometimes will happen...
jescalynn replied to SheriffLauren's topic in Correctional
Depends where in the prison you are and if your a RN/LVN or PT. As a RN I do assessments and charting. That's about it. I'm vacation relief in the TTA and CTC. Occasionally I'll do an IV or dressing change or clean up.
jescalynn replied to KDalmostRN's topic in Disabilities
Schools, call the group homes, day care centers ect., I'm in California and all facilities by me with the exception of schools advertise on Craigslist.
jescalynn replied to trinan71's topic in Correctional
I think it's referring to someone you know there at the facility because if its an issue they can move the inmate. Just talk to your HR person or your supervisor.
jescalynn replied to catlvr976's topic in Correctional
You made a good choice I switched from skilled nursing to corrections, my drive is insane to work (1hr15min), but at least here in CA the pay is phenomenal so it's worth it. I feel less stress in corrections. It's not for everyone but it's for me!
6 months after first applying, 4 months after my first interview I got my official offer and background clearance to start as a corrections RN the first of next month! Yay! I'm so excited! My question for you readers out there what should I bring wi...
jescalynn replied to jescalynn's topic in Correctional
Turns out I needed nothing pretty much nothing lol, scrubs a few pens (even though they are technically contraband) and a whistle. Lol I was all worried for nothing.
jescalynn replied to Blackcat99's topic in Disabilities
Jeans, t-shirts and flip-flops for me over here in California. I wear scrubs and danskos when I'm going on appointments because I've run over my toe too many times with wheelchairs and once dropped the lift on my foot. Lol
jescalynn replied to studentnurse9806's topic in Disabilities
$31/hr in ca, no benefits crap vacation, tons of work little reward from management (although huge rewards from grateful patients). I've been working at an icf-ddn for 3 years, 2 as a RN and just quit to move to corrections.
jescalynn replied to jescalynn's topic in Correctional
Thank you everyone, looks like day one is just paperwork and training videos so they will be able to inform me then. I'll pack a lunch because this facility is out in the middle of nowhere and leave basically everything in my car
jescalynn replied to RachealAnne's topic in Correctional
Nursing school has a funny way of pointing you in the direction you should go. I went into school wanting to do l&d HATED every second of that clinical lol, ended up in peds, next month I start corrections. (And on a side note I'm also a petite ...
jescalynn replied to couponcrazy's topic in Correctional
I started applying in August, got my first of three interviews in October, got two job offers in January. Now waiting on fingerprinting which will take 4-8 weeks before my firm offer comes in. Its really, really long. I am starting at the bottom of...