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

CDOC Mid-level Provider/Advanced Level Practitioner - Canon City This TEMPORARY 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 or life support measures;

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, evenings 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

Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations;

Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift;

Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction;

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

Experience providing medical care to an incarcerated population;

Experience providing medical care in an infirmary or skilled nursing center;

Experience providing emergency medical coverage performing basic life support and life-saving measures;

Experience managing chronic medical conditions as an APN / NP.

Important Information For questions regarding this job announcement, contact Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719-723-3973.

The Assessment Process: Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQ's). Applicants that meet MQ’s will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.

Be sure the work experience section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and "see resume" statements will not be accepted in lieu of the work experience section of the application. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants.

If you have transcripts, a license or other relevant documentation regarding your qualifications, upload and attach copies to your application.

In order to process a background investigation, your application must include at least ten (10) years of the most current work experience unless experience related to the job for which you are applying is later than ten (10) years. Failure to provide this information could result in delays and/or elimination from the background investigation process.

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system, call 855-524-5627. Helpful hints: ensure documents are PDF or Word, and close documents before uploading.

Conditions of Employment: All job offers are contingent upon a successful medical screening. Applicant must consent to hold harmless CDOC from liability related to testing and information use in consideration of employment.

Must be 21 years of age; possess a valid driver’s license; high school diploma or GED; no felony convictions; legally eligible to work in the United States; successfully pass all modules of the Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training; have the physical ability to perform Defensive Tactics; TB screening is required.

The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Random drug screening will occur during employment. See supplemental information for equal opportunity notice and accommodations.

ALL DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FACILITIES AND BUILDINGS ARE TOBACCO FREE. WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PROTECTED CLASSES TO APPLY.

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