CDOC Mid-level Provider/Advanced Level Practitioner - Canon City

State of Colorado; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking agency dedicated to making a difference in public service. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide essential medical care in a correctional setting, ensuring the health and well-being of inmates. With a competitive hiring incentive and a supportive work environment, you will be part of a team committed to excellence and professionalism. Enjoy distinctive career advancement opportunities and comprehensive benefits, including flexible retirement plans and health coverage. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and have the required qualifications, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Medical and Dental Plans

Paid Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Paid Holidays

Vacation and Sick Leave

Qualifications

• Current licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse from Colorado Board of Nursing.
• Full prescriptive authority issued by Colorado DORA and DEA.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical assessment and treatment for inmates in clinical settings.
• Prescribe medications and conduct physical examinations.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and develop policies.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Professionalism

Education

Advanced Practice Nurse / Nurse Practitioner Licensure

Job description

Colorado Department of Corrections Mission

*******************************************************************

$25,000 HIRING INCENTIVE FOR FULL-TIME CLINICAL PROFESSIONALS!

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient.

In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Member Contribution Rates. Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits;
• Medical and dental health plans;
• Short and long term disability coverage;
• Paid life insurance;
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;
• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more;
• Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits for more information.

Who may apply: This position is open to Colorado state residents only.

Location: Multiple positions are located in Canon City, CO. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.

$25,000 Hiring Incentives for Mid Level Providers

Payout will be as follows:

• $5,000 after successful completion of the CDOC Training Academy
• $5,000 after 4 months of service
• $5,000 after 8 months of service
• $10,000 after 12 months of service

**Qualified candidates must be hired and start employment with CDOC before June 30, 2025, to qualify for the incentive.**

This position involves providing medical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for inmates, including acute, chronic, and emergency care, in various clinical settings. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform physical examinations and obtain patient histories;
• Assess and treat medical problems and provide direct care;
• Prescribe medications from the CDOC formulary following applicable guidelines;
• Conduct sick call, emergency, or chronic care clinics;
• Make rounds in infirmary or nursing settings;
• Diagnose and treat within scope of practice;
• Order tests and diagnostic procedures;
• Perform minor procedures such as suturing, abscess drainage, cyst excision, splinting, and toenail removal;
• Provide emergency medical coverage, including life support procedures;
• Assess emergencies and refer appropriately;
• Assist in pre/post-operative care;
• Review health records and test results;
• Perform venipuncture and related tests;
• Follow CDOC standards, protocols, and policies;
• May provide initial emergency treatment for staff;
• Travel to other facilities as needed;
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and participate in decision-making committees;
• Develop policies and educational materials;
• May participate in restraining offenders for medical reasons;

**You are encouraged to print this announcement for your records**

ONLY APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM & SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current, valid licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse / Nurse Practitioner from the Colorado Board of Nursing.

- - and - -

Special Qualifications:

• Full prescriptive authority (RXN) issued by Colorado (DORA) and DEA.

Ensure your 'Work Experience' section is complete and relevant. Use detailed descriptions; "see resume" statements are not accepted. Additional experience after the closing date will not be considered.

Required Competencies include:

• Providing direct patient care;
• Maintaining professionalism;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Reading and understanding English;
• Creating accessible documents following plain language guidelines;
• Effective collaboration with stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience with incarcerated populations;
2. Experience in infirmary or nursing centers;
3. Experience in emergency medical coverage;
4. Managing chronic conditions as an APN / NP.

Important Information:
Contact Stacey Hibpshman at [e-mail] or 719-723-3973 for questions.

Your application will be reviewed for minimum qualifications. Qualified applicants will undergo a comparative analysis process, which may include assessments and interviews. Use of AI tools in responses may lead to disqualification.

Ensure your 'Work Experience' is detailed and addresses all listed qualifications. Incomplete applications may be rejected or scored lower.

Rehire or reinstatement policies, documentation requirements, background checks, and other employment conditions are detailed in the full description. Please review thoroughly.

For support with the application system, contact NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627.

Conditions of employment include medical screening, valid driver’s license, background checks, and drug testing. Candidates must meet age and legal eligibility requirements.

The Colorado Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

All facilities are tobacco-free. We encourage protected classes to apply.