Austin Community College
CDOC Mid-level Provider/Advanced Level Practitioner
Austin Community College, Denver, Colorado, United States
CDOC Mid-level Provider/Advanced Level Practitioner
Location:
Limon, CO Hiring Incentive:
$25,000 for full-time clinical professionals! Closing Date:
1/16/2025 4:00 PM Mountain This position is open ONLY to Colorado state residents. Description of Job This position provides medical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for acute, chronic, and emergency care for inmates in the clinical setting, which may include a clinic, an infirmary, or a special needs facility. Responsibilities include: 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 calls, emergency treatment, or chronic care clinics 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. May 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, protocols, guidelines, or policies pertaining to medical practice and treatment. 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 healthcare professionals regarding offender health issues/policies. 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 and offender classes. Provide offender education during appointments. Participate in developing educational materials for offenders or healthcare professionals. May be required to participate in restraining an offender primarily for medical reasons. This position may require working shifts and providing on-call and call-back duties such as weekends, evenings, nights, and holidays. May perform clinical research related to specific operations. Minimum Qualifications: Current, valid licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner from the Colorado Board of Nursing. Full prescriptive authority (RXN) as issued by the State of Colorado (DORA) and the DEA. 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. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Conditions of Employment: Must be 21 years of age. Possess a valid driver’s license. Possess a high school diploma or GED. 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. For more details and to apply, visit:
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Limon, CO Hiring Incentive:
$25,000 for full-time clinical professionals! Closing Date:
1/16/2025 4:00 PM Mountain This position is open ONLY to Colorado state residents. Description of Job This position provides medical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for acute, chronic, and emergency care for inmates in the clinical setting, which may include a clinic, an infirmary, or a special needs facility. Responsibilities include: 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 calls, emergency treatment, or chronic care clinics 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. May 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, protocols, guidelines, or policies pertaining to medical practice and treatment. 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 healthcare professionals regarding offender health issues/policies. 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 and offender classes. Provide offender education during appointments. Participate in developing educational materials for offenders or healthcare professionals. May be required to participate in restraining an offender primarily for medical reasons. This position may require working shifts and providing on-call and call-back duties such as weekends, evenings, nights, and holidays. May perform clinical research related to specific operations. Minimum Qualifications: Current, valid licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner from the Colorado Board of Nursing. Full prescriptive authority (RXN) as issued by the State of Colorado (DORA) and the DEA. 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. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Conditions of Employment: Must be 21 years of age. Possess a valid driver’s license. Possess a high school diploma or GED. 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. For more details and to apply, visit:
CDOC Job Posting
#J-18808-Ljbffr