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Taleo lists this Nurse 1 opportunity in massillon, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Agency Contact Name and Information :
Unposting Date
Oct 13, 2026, 3:59:00 AM
Work Location
Indian River Juvenile Correctn 2775 Indian River Road Massillon
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Stark County-Massillon
Other Locations
United States of America-OHIO-Stark County-Massillon
Compensation : $90,605
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours : 1:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Union : 1199
Primary Job Skill
Nursing
Technical Skills : Nursing
Professional Skills : Building Trust, Consultation, Ethics and Values, Responsiveness, Confidentiality
We are transforming and saving lives at DYS! A safer Ohio: one youth, one family and one community at a time. About Us… The Ohio Department of Youth Services strives to save and transform the lives of youth throughout the state of Ohio. Our employees work together to support youth and empower families and communities. In addition to our three juvenile corrections facilities, we support more than 600 community programs reaching more than 90,000 youth across the state.
Demonstrate staff are our greatest resource
Treat everyone with respect
Cultivate a trauma responsive environment for staff and youth to thrive
Provide the best support and services for youth and families
Advance our culture of inclusion through understanding and appreciating staff and youth differences
Commit to and encourage collaboration and continuous improvement to produce better outcomes for those we serve
Celebrate collective successes and support one another through opportunities to improve
To learn more about DYS, please visit our website by clicking here .
Job Description
The Opportunity: We are seeking a highly skilled Nurse (Registered Nurse) to provide comprehensive healthcare to youth at Indian River Juvenile Correctional Facility. In this role, you will deliver professional nursing care, administer individualized treatment plans, and respond to medical emergencies.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses strong clinical skills, and is dedicated to supporting the health and habilitation of youth.
Core Responsibilities: Patient Care and Assessment
Provide professional nursing care to youth, observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress of clinic out-patients
Make nursing rounds; take and record initials
Interview youth to obtain comprehensive medical histories
Instruct patients regarding health maintenance, wellness, and self-administered medications
Medication Administration and Inventory Control
Prepare and administer prescribed medications and ordered treatment plans
Maintain constant and exact inventory of all controlled drugs, medication, and medical equipment; order supplies
Chart and record all administered medications, treatments, and pertinent medical information accurately
Safety, Monitoring, and Emergency Response
Conduct timely monitoring of restrained patients (e.g., lockups, detention, isolated)
Provide immediate medical attention to emergencies, including administering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Evaluate emergency situations; counsel patients on the need for medical referral; contact the staff physician when necessary; arrange immediate transportation to hospital emergency rooms
Clinical Operations and Physician Support
Assist physicians in the evaluation, treatment, and care planning of patients; assist with physical examinations
Collect and test diagnostic specimens; administer vaccinations and medical injections (e.g., insulin, allergy)
Schedule doctor appointments and arrange out-patient clinical appointments with specialists (e.g., dentists, psychologists)
Prepare examination room; stock supplies; sterilize equipment
Complete all required reports (e.g., incident reports, accident reports)
Benefits
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Requires current licensure as registered professional nurse (RN) in the state of Ohio as issued by Board of Nursing per Section of Ohio Revised Code.
Job Skills: Nursing
Technical Skills: Nursing
Professional Skills: Consultation, Building Trust, Ethics and Values, Responsiveness, Confidentiality
Background Check Notice
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
Pre-Service Training
All new candidates hired to the Department of Youth Services are required to attend 3 weeks of mandatory, paid training at the Correctional Training Academy in Orient, Ohio. Training Academy hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. Travel, meals, and lodging are provided.
DYS Qualified Employer Statement
DYS is a “qualifying employer” for purposes of the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Disability Inclusion Statement
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace Statement
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
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Worksite address
massillon, OH, 44647, US
Who can apply
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