Float Nurse Practitioner - Reception and Treatment Center

son; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 83,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services in Lincoln, NE, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide primary health care within our reception and treatment center. You will work under the supervision of licensed physicians alongside other health care professionals.

The role requires Nebraska RN and NP licensure, a valid driver's license, and completion of pre-employment exams; the position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must hold current RN license and NP certification in Nebraska.
• Accredited RN program completion.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Pre-employment exams: medical exam, drug test at random times.
• NDCS staff training program completion after hire.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of a physician, perform health care services and advise appropriately.
• Assess health status through exams and diagnostics for primary care.
• Apply advanced nursing principles to diagnose and treat patients.
• Prescribe medications and orders within scope.
• Formulate and monitor health management plans; refer as needed.
• Provide education and counseling on health promotion and maintenance.
• Initiate interventions in emergencies until physician available.

Skills

RN license

NP certification

Nebraska license

Education

Registered Nurse program (accredited)

Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Correctional Services - Agency 46

Location: Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate: $60.428

Job Posting: JR2026-00027780 Float Nurse Practitioner - Reception and Treatment Center (Open)

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Job Description:

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is seeking to hire a Nurse Practitioner to provide primary health care services. Selected candidate will be joining our staff of Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, and other health care professionals.

Information about NDCS can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For more information call [phone]. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [e-mail].

DUTIES:

• Under the direct supervision of a licensed physician, performs health care services to patients/clients who are under the care of a state institution. Incumbents perform medical procedures and tasks in collaboration and consultation with a physician. Incumbents independently conduct appropriate examinations and recommend proper diagnosis and treatment; performs related work as required.
• Assesses the health status of patients/clients through comprehensive physical examination and diagnostic procedures to provide for the primary care of patients/clients.
• Applies advanced nursing principles to effectively diagnose and treat patients/clients.
• Prescribes medications and orders therapeutic treatments related to medical conditions within the scope of practice to provide appropriate patients/client care.
• Formulates, implements, and monitors health management plans and refers patients/clients as medication conditions require for the management of health problems.
• Provides education and counseling for patients/clients and families on health promotion, health maintenance, and health restoration for the management of health conditions.
• Initiates appropriate interventions in emergency situations until a physician is available to administer treatment.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Successful completion of an accredited program for Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner. Incumbents must have a current, valid license as a Registered Nurse and be certified as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Nebraska.

Other: Must possess a valid driver's license. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.