Advanced Care Practitioner - AHCC

State of Washington; Airway Heights (WA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacations

Sick leave

Holidays

Retirement plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Dependent Care Assistance

Job summary

State of Washington is seeking an Advanced Care Practitioner (ARNP or PA-C) for Airway Heights Corrections Center. Role includes diagnosing, treating, and coordinating care for incarcerated individuals under supervision, with emphasis on timely, high-quality clinical services.

Position requires PA-C certification, WA RN license, and ARNP designation, with on-site responsibilities and on-call shifts. Hourly salary range reflects market for corrections health providers in WA.

Qualifications

• Must be certified as a Physician Assistant (PA-C) by NCCPA.
• Must hold a valid Washington RN license and ARNP designation.
• Must hold an unrestricted midlevel practitioner license and be able to prescribe.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat health problems within scope of practice.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests; provide prescribed care.
• Maintain accurate health records and ensure continuity of care.
• Collaborate with health care staff and custody as needed.

Education

PA-C (NCCPA) certification

WA RN license

ARNP license

Job description

Advanced Care Practitioner

Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner OR Physician Assistant - Certified

Airway Heights Corrections Center

Airway Heights, WA.

Hourly Salary: $66.22-$108.53

On-Call (Various shifts/hours available)

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Advanced Care Practitioner for the Airway Heights Corrections Center located in Airway Heights, WA. Under the supervision of the Health Services Manager and Facility Medical Director, this position supports the agency’s mission to improve public safety by delivering high-quality to the incarcerated individuals of the Airway Heights Corrections Center (AHCC) in a timely and professional manner, promoting a healthy lifestyle, and providing appropriate patient health care education. This includes assessing, diagnosing, and treating the multitude of medical issues encountered. This position monitors, manages, coordinates, and delivers health care to the patient in order to improve the quality and continuity of health services. The practitioner also assists Health Care Managers and the Facility Medical Director in monitoring expenditures, planning and organizing health care services, facilities, and other programs as needed.

At the Department of Corrections, we value our employees and understand how important they are to our patients and their families. Additionally, we offer a great benefit package along with opportunity for professional and personal growth.

Provide high quality medical care:

• Diagnoses and treat health related problems within scope of practice in accordance with agency guidelines and within applicable standards of care.
• Ensure continuity of care.
• Perform minor surgical procedures as indicated and within scope of practice.
• Order, interpret, and act upon diagnostic testing as indicated.
• Prescribe medical and technical assistance to other health care personnel as needed.
• Seek consultation with colleagues, staff physicians and outside medical consultants as indicated.
• Asmit and care for infirmary/observation patients as indicated.
• Complete initial screening and physical examination as indicated.
• Update OMNI database and PULHES codes as indicated.
• Present cases at CRC as indicated.
• Call duties.

Provide effective communication and documentation:

• Effectively communicate verbally, in writing, and via computer or other electronic medic with incarcerated individuals, their families, other health care personnel, custody and other institutional personnel.
• Legibly document subjective and objective clinical findings, as well as the actions taken to deliver all aspects of health care in the health records.
• Protect the confidentiality of health records.
• Maintain accurate, legible and complete records.
• Complete unusual incident reports as directed, collect data, investigate, and complete reports.
• Respond to verbal and written requests from incarcerated individuals and institution staff.

Actively participate in clinical/facility-wide Coordinated Quality Improvement Program (CQIP) project and programs:

• Attend facility CQIP/QMP meetings and report back to nursing and support staff to keep nursing staff engaged in improving patient care at every level, on every shift, and at every bedside.
• Participate/represent facility on state-wide quality improvement initiatives; share our processes and learn from other facilities; implement best practices in patient care.
• Participate in Health Services Quality Improvement activities.
• Practice in accordance with DOC Policy and incarcerated individuals Health Plan.
• Participate in formal clinical oversight according to facility and DOC Health Services Clinical Oversight Structure.

Consult with custody and other staff concerning health and safety of incarcerated individuals:

• Provide medical health and safety advice with regards to incarcerated individuals to custody staff when necessary.

Delegate and assign patient responsibility through appropriate communication to the nurses and assistive nursing personnel:

• Evaluate and consider the needs, condition, and stability of the patient, potential harm, complexity of task and predictability of outcome to determine appropriate assignment.

Required Qualifications:

• Certification as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission of Certification of Physician’s Assistants
• Must possess a valid Washington State license to practice as a Registered Nurse AND a possession of a current license designation as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
• Must hold an unrestricted license to practice as a midlevel practitioner and prescribe scheduled drugs
• Licensure (PA-C, RN, ARNP) must be valid and continuously unrestricted

Desired Qualifications:

• One year of working experience as an ARNP or PA-C preferred

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

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. People's 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.
4. 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.
5. Supporting people's 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

Safety and Security Requirements

• 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.

Work Environment and Eligibility

• 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 people's 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
• 3 days bereavement leave
• 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 [e-mail] 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.