Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber DCI

State of Wisconsin; Waupun (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Wisconsin is seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber at the Dodge Correctional Institution in Waupun, WI. This role requires a clinical expert to provide comprehensive healthcare to incarcerated adults and adolescents, maintaining high standards of preventive and primary care. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, emphasizing the importance of wellness and effective health interventions for correctional populations.

Benefits

3.5 weeks of vacation to start

9 paid holidays

Affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Exceptional pension plan

457 retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness program eligibility

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted Wisconsin licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber required.
• Valid personal DEA number needed.
• Maintain CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to incarcerated populations.
• Educate inmates on health and wellness.
• Manage direct and indirect care in collaboration with health services.

Skills

Clinical Expertise

Patient Education

Health Promotion

Education

Unrestricted Wisconsin Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber

Certification in CPR from the American Heart Association

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Introduction

The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using research and evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

The Department of Corrections is recruiting to fill an Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber position. This position is headquartered at Dodge Correctional Institution in Waupun, WI.

Position Summary

This position is an advanced professional nurse who is responsible for the provision of comprehensive care to well and ill incarcerated adult and adolescent populations. The practitioner demonstrates a high degree of clinical expertise in providing preventive and primary care in the correctional setting. This practitioner educates People in our Care (PIOC) to promote wellness, prevent health problems, maintain current health, and intervene in acute and chronic illness. This practitioner will function independently in managing the direct and indirect care of PIOCs in collaboration with all disciplines employed or practicing at the institutional Health Services Unit. The practitioner will participate in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of care and education programs and protocols used by the health care staff to meet the needs of incarcerated individuals who exhibit health problems across the continuum from prevention to complex medical and/or psychiatric conditions.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 11-01 with a starting pay rate of $53.00/hour - $63.98/hr.

Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.
  
  

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Job Details

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

This position is not eligible for remote work.

Anticipated Shift: 4- 10hr shifts (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday)

Qualifications

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have a current unrestricted Wisconsin licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber. For more information regarding licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber, please click HERE.

Applicants must have a valid personal DEA number.

Applicants must have and maintain certification in CPR by the American Heart Association

How To Apply

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process.

The initial screening prior to interview is based on a review of your license(s)/credential(s). You will affirm your possession of the required credential and enter your credential number into a text box.

Current State of Wisconsin employees: If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you will need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the “Careers” tile on the front page. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.

Questions can be directed to Jordan Hampton, HR Specialist - Senior, at [e-mail]

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of their service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the human resources contact above. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

Deadline to Apply

Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Wednesday June 11, 2025.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

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Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Government Administration

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