Detention Nurse Practitioner (Fixed Term)

County of Marin; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Marin’s Department of Health & Human Services seeks a Detention Nurse Practitioner to perform comprehensive medical histories, exams, and treatment plans for incarcerated individuals. The NP collaborates with jail staff and social services, providing direct patient care and overseeing plan execution in a high-security setting.

The position is a 2-year fixed-term role with potential for conversion to a permanent vacancy.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved NP training program conforming to BRN standards.
• California RN license and NP certification required.
• Furnishing Number may be required within one year of appointment.
• Experience in high-security/detention health settings preferred.
• Ability to document medication delivery and patient treatment in EMR.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete medical history and physical exams for incarcerated patients.
• Collaborate with Social Services and Behavioral Health on inmate treatment plans.
• Provide direct patient assessment and care, oversee treatment plan implementation.
• Maintain organized, accurate medical records and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Advanced nursing

Pharmacology

Regulatory compliance

Infection control

Counseling

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Emergency patient care

Education

Nurse Practitioner certification

Registered Nurse license (CA)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website. Read on to find out more about this opportunity.

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

At Health & Human Services, we serve our community through the values of support, unity, trust and excellence with one common goal: to promote and protect the health, well-being, safety and self‑sufficiency of all in Marin. Join our team of bright, committed, and energetic people who also want to make an impact through public service.

Marin County Detention Health Services provides health care to incarcerated individuals of Marin County within the adult and juvenile jail facilities. Detention Health Services is a health care delivery system that is managed by the County of Marin’s Health and Human Services Department’s Division of Public Health.

Under direction of the Nursing Services Manager, the Detention Nurse Practitioner (DNP) performs complete medical history and physical exams on incarcerated patients, initiates diagnostic tests, evaluates findings, and prescribes medical treatment plans. In addition, the DNP collaborates with Social Services and Behavioral Health jail staff on comprehensive inmate treatment plans. The DNP provides direct patient assessment and evaluation. They also provide and direct patient care and treatment and oversee the implementation and evaluation of the inmate treatment plans. The DNP provides support and advanced direction of acute and chronic medical needs within the jail facility.

There is currently one (1) full‑time fixed term Detention Nurse Practitioner vacancy in the Department of Health and Public Services’ Division of Public Health.

FIXED TERM

This is a 2 year (24 months) fixed‑term position. This position is budgeted for 2 years. However, there may be opportunities for the hired individual during this time‑period to move to a regular, ongoing position as other vacancies or promotional opportunities occur, or the position may be funded and converted to an ongoing position. Fixed‑term employment ends when the position’s funding finishes, or the work is completed. Employees in these positions are exempt from the County’s policies regarding lay‑off order and reduction‑in‑force rights.

OUR HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE

Our highly qualified candidate has experience working in a high security environment such as, correctional facilities, prisons, or detention health services. They have the ability to manage complex relationships and collaborate as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Our highly qualified candidate has resilience to work in a stressful and sometimes chaotic environment, excellent judgment and decision‑making skills, and effective written and oral communication skills. The ideal Detention Nurse Practitioner has demonstrated proficiency utilizing an electronic medical record system to document medication delivery and patient treatment information.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Advanced nursing principles, practices, methods and techniques.
• Principles, practices and procedures used in the detection, diagnosis, treatment and documentation of health problems within the area of specialty.
• Pharmacology relevant to area of specialty, including indications, reactions, interactions and contraindications.
• Laws, rules, regulations, protocols and requirements pertinent to the practice of nursing and the area of specialty.
• Safety and infection control practices and procedures.
• Counseling and interviewing techniques.
• Environmental, sociological and psychological problems related to medical care within the area of specialty.
• Community medical and social agencies and resources.

Ability to:

• Exercise sensitivity, good judgment, and cooperation to integrate security needs into daily patient care.
• Conduct complete physical and/or psychosocial assessments of patients, develop and implement treatment plans and make appropriate referrals.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures specific to area of assignment.
• Evaluate findings and results, determine deviations from normal, and prescribe appropriate measures.
• Apply teaching principles and provide education and counseling.
• Provide nursing services to dysfunctional, stressed and/or uncooperative clients.
• Exercise sound independent judgment within scope of authority and practice.
• Prepare and maintain organized, detailed and accurate medical records.
• Collaborate with other members of the health care team on an ongoing basis.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the effects of culture and ethnic background on health issues.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner training program that conforms to Board of Registered Nursing standards, including training and/or education in area of subspecialty.

Certificates and Licenses

Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse and certification as a Nurse Practitioner issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year of appointment, a current Furnishing Number issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing, may be required for some positions.

For any questions concerning this position announcement, please contact at Sarah Githens at [e-mail].

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Testing and Eligible List:

Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed‑term, full‑time or part‑time positions which may occur while the list remains active.

Background Process:

Applicants successful in testing will be subject to a thorough and rigorous background investigation which may include, but is not limited to, a criminal records check, interviews with friends, relatives, neighbors and employers; verification of DMV records; and overall employment and education history. An applicant may be disqualified for past criminal convictions, poor driving record, providing false background information, and other reasons.

Drug Use Standards:

No use of illegal drugs within the timelines described in the Pre‑Employment Drug Use Guidelines (Download PDF reader). Applicants successful in testing will be given a polygraph examination and/or computerized voice stress analysis and will be asked about illegal drug use.

Live Scan (Special Requirements):

Candidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriff’s Department and must pass a Department of Justice Live Scan background check prior to appointment.

Disaster Service Workers:

All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker‑related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.