Advanced Practice Nurse (Mid-Level Practitioner)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Lompoc (CA)

On-site

USD 87,000 - 113,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System in California is seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse (Mid-Level Practitioner) to deliver primary health care within a federal correctional facility. The role includes comprehensive assessment, treatment of acute and stable chronic conditions, and emphasis on education, continuity of care, and preventive health.

Collaboration with physicians and adherence to clinical guidelines will guide patient management decisions.

Qualifications

Advanced Practice Nurse license and certification.
Ability to work collaboratively with physicians.

Responsibilities

Provides primary health care to federal inmates.
Performs comprehensive assessments and management of acute and chronic conditions.
Includes patient education, counseling, and preventive care.
Manages daily outpatient/inpatient operations and sick calls.
Maintains security responsibilities as required within a correctional facility.

Job description

Advanced Practice Nurse (Mid-Level Practitioner)

Hiring Agency: Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Key Responsibilities

Serves as an Advanced Practice Nurse in a Federal Bureau of Prisons correctional facility and is responsible for providing primary health care for federal inmates. Primary health care will include comprehensive assessment and management of uncomplicated acute and stable chronic health problems. Emphasis will be placed on patient education, patient counseling, continuity of care, health promotion and maintenance, disease prevention and management.

Patient management decisions will be made in collaboration with physicians and established clinical guidelines. Manages the daily operation of the outpatient/inpatient departments and conducts daily sick call. Performs comprehensive physical and psycho social assessment including health maintenance screening and risk evaluation. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution.

The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements & Education

ONLY if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience, applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable).

All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, Click Here. Foreign Education: For information regarding foreign education requirements, please see Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition at the U.S.

Department of Education website: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $87061 – $113185/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-14.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.