Job Posting End Date: December 22, 2025 at 11:59pm CST Hiring range: $74,214 to $89,065 ($35.68 to $42.82 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County. Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year. In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 12/22/2025 in order to be considered. Position Description The Anoka County Sheriff's Office (ACSO) invites you to consider joining these public safety professionals as a Associate Registered Nurse, Correctional Health. This position performs a variety of duties which include providing direct and indirect nursing care to meet the psychological, physical, and mental health needs of inmates. This is a full-time, non-exempt, on-site position. Pay & Benefits Salary: $74,214 to $89,065 ($35.68 to $42.82 per hour). 2025 Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 34: $74,214 to $103,896 ($35.68 to $49.95 per hour). 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays. Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at https://www.anokacountymn.gov/417/Benefits Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center. Pension plan and other retirement investment options. Advancement/professional development opportunities. Work Location This position will work at the Anoka County Jail (325 Jackson Street Anoka, MN 55303). Anoka County Jail is staffed 24/7, we are looking to fill shifts with a combination of 8- , 10- and 12- hour shifts. Job Duties and Responsibilities These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Associate Registered Nurse, Correctional Health. Provide direct and indirect nursing care to meet the psychological, physical, and mental health needs of inmates. Coordinate and administer medication and treatment to inmates as assigned. Consult with the interdisciplinary health care team to coordinate treatment efforts for individual care plans Perform assessments of inmates under the coordination of the interdisciplinary health care team in settings such as intake/booking, sick call, chronic care, medical unit, and emergencies throughout the facility. Implement nursing care and medical orders in a knowledgeable, safe, and responsible manner. Maintain all medical records related to health and medical screening and medical treatment administered to inmates while incarcerated. Promote and demonstrate effective communication skills. Provide on-call coverage consistent with facility policies and standards. Qualifications and Requirements: Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed Requires an associate's degree in health care or related discipline In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis Registered Nurse in the State of Minnesota Must have valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use Successfully pass an extensive criminal background investigation. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field Previous Registered Nurse working experience. Previous correctional health or similar experience. Physical Demands and Work Conditions Standard office environment, correctional and detention institutions, field offices, courtrooms, offender'/clients' homes, hospitals and schools, and various community settings depending on assignment Workactivities may require contact with uncooperative, angry, and sometimes hostile clients depending on assignment Assignments require several hours of varied physical activity in addition to viewing a computer screen, sitting at a desk, or walking/standing. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers. Ability to see colors, shades and brightness Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds Physical activity may include repeated bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and handling/carrying medical equipment. Regular lifting of 0-25 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs. Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to medical equipment. Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle. Exposure to bodily fluids, infectious agents, toxic or caustic chemicals, airborne particles, fumes, or other hazards is possible while performing essential duties. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. No tattoos, scars or brands that qualify as "Unauthorized Tattoos" under the Sheriff's Office Policy 1044.3 are allowed under any circumstances by any member of the Anoka County Sheriff's Office. Tattoos on the head, face, neck, or hands are prohibited. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis. (Complete policy available upon request). Selection Process It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Pre-employment Requirements Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal/driving background check, drug screen and DOT physical, and/or other qualifications checks may be necessary for certain positions. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. About Anoka County As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, we depend on the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County! Hear from other Anoka County employees here. Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment To view the full job description please use the link below. https://anokacounty.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/AnokaCountyCareer_Opportunities/job/Anoka-County-Jail/Associate-Registered-Nurse--Correctional-H Apply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjg3Njc2LjEwNTA2QGFub2thY291bnR5Y29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20
