CDOC Mid-level Provider/Advanced Level Practitioner - (Sterling).

State of Colorado; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team making a difference in the lives of others as a Clinical Professional with the State of Colorado. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide medical care in a correctional setting, ensuring the health and well-being of inmates. With a strong emphasis on patient care, you'll perform physical examinations, diagnose medical conditions, and collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals. Enjoy a rewarding career with competitive benefits, including a hiring incentive of $25,000, flexible retirement plans, and opportunities for career advancement. If you are passionate about making a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Distinctive career advancement opportunities

Strong retirement benefits

Medical and dental health plans

Paid life insurance

Short and long-term disability coverage

11 paid holidays per year

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Must possess current licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse from the Colorado Board of Nursing.
• Full prescriptive authority (RXN) as issued by the State of Colorado is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for inmates.
• Perform physical examinations and prescribe medications.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals regarding offender health issues.

Skills

Direct patient care

Excellent written and verbal communication

Ability to maintain professionalism

Interpersonal skills

Ability to read and comprehend English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse / Nurse Practitioner

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.
• Medical and dental health plans;
• Paid life insurance;
• Short and long-term disability coverage;
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick time;
• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more.

Who may apply: The primary duties of this position are located within 30 miles of the state border; therefore, this position is exempt from the residency requirements. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.

Location: There are multiple positions located in Sterling, 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 successful completion of 4 months of service
• $5,000 after successful completion of 8 months of service
• $10,000 after successful completion of 12 months of service.

This position provides medical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for acute, chronic, and emergency care for inmates in the clinical setting, which could include a clinic, an infirmary, or a special needs facility. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Perform physical examinations and obtain detailed histories on assigned patients;
• Assess and treat acute/chronic medical problems and provide direct patient care to a specified patient population;
• Prescribe medications from the CDOC formulary using applicable CDOC guidelines and policies;
• Conduct sick call, emergency treatment or chronic care clinic as assigned;
• Make rounds in an infirmary or skilled nursing care setting;
• Diagnose and treat medical conditions and disorders within scope of practice;
• Order laboratory tests and other diagnostic testing pertinent to the medical care of offenders;
• Perform minor medical procedures such as suturing lacerations, incision and drainage of abscesses, excision of cysts, application of splints and casts, and removal of toenails;
• Provide emergency medical coverage to offenders including performing basic life support and lifesaving procedures for emergencies such as cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, massive hemorrhage or similar emergencies;
• May be required to assess dental and mental health emergencies and refer appropriately;
• Assist in pre and post operative care;
• Perform offender health record reviews;
• Review laboratory, x-ray and EKG results and intervene as medically indicated;
• Perform venipuncture and other related laboratory tests;
• Follow the CDOC clinical services standards and procedures, protocols, guidelines, or policies pertaining to medical practice and treatment as specified by Clinical Services administration;
• May provide initial emergency medical treatment for facility staff;
• Travel to other correctional facilities to assist during a staffing crisis;
• Communicate with outside providers and internal peers to ensure continuity of care;
• Collaborate with other health care professionals, clinical services staff regarding offender health issues/policies, transfers, classifications and medical legal concerns;
• Participate in various decision making committees to resolve system issues;
• Assist in developing policies, protocols, standards or guidelines;
• Identify and update "medical holds" and housing and work restrictions electronically;
• Provide formal and informal medical training for co-workers, offender classes, and Training Academy presentations;
• Provide offender education during appointments;
• Participate in developing educational materials for offenders or health care professionals;
• May be required to participate in restraining an offender primarily for medical reasons.
• This position may be required to work shifts and provide on-call and call back duties such as weekends, evening and night shifts, and holidays;
• May perform clinical research related to specific operations;

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Applicant must possess current, valid licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse / Nurse Practitioner from the Colorado Board of Nursing.

Special Qualifications:

• Applicant must have full prescriptive authority (RXN) as issued by the State of Colorado (DORA) and the DEA.

Required Competencies:

• Ability to provide direct patient care to offenders;
• Ability to maintain professionalism in a complex environment;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language;
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders;

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience providing medical care to an incarcerated population;
2. Experience providing medical care in an infirmary or skilled nursing center;
3. Experience providing emergency medical coverage performing basic life support and life-saving measures;
4. Experience managing chronic medical conditions as an APN / NP.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be 21 years of age;
• Possess a valid driver’s license;
• Possess a high school diploma or GED;
• Have NO felony convictions;
• Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Successfully pass all modules of the Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training.
• Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics.
• Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and while on assignment.
• Successful completion of a background investigation is required.

The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Employees may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass.

Appeal Rights: If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them.

Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.

ALL DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FACILITIES AND BUILDINGS ARE TOBACCO FREE.