Alaska State Troopers
Physician Assistant/Advanced Practice Registered Nurse 1 (PCN 20-4330)
Alaska State Troopers, Kenai, Alaska, United States, 99611
Job Overview
The Department of Corrections, Division of Health & Rehabilitation Services is recruiting for a Physician Assistant/Advanced Practice Registered Nurse 1 position located in a Wildwood Correctional Center in Kenai, AK.
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Responsibilities
Assess, diagnose, and treat emergent, urgent, and chronic care needs of inmates.
Collaborate with nursing staff, behavior health, and social work to provide comprehensive inmate care.
Act as liaison between the correctional facility, local physicians, and hospitals.
Prescribe Schedule II–V drugs in accordance with State licensing requirements and prescriptive authority by the Alaska Board of Nursing or Alaska Medical Board.
Work in a 24‑hour nursing support environment and provide coverage and phone assistance as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Eligibility for licensure as a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in Alaska.
Valid driver’s license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Required background investigation clearance, including fingerprinting and tuberculosis screening.
Availability for shift assignments and on‑call duties.
Ability to maintain DEA registration and Prescription Drug Monitoring Program compliance.
Maintenance of Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or equivalent certifications as required.
Pre‑employment clearance of criminal history and compliance with the Alaska Public Safety Information Network and Corrections Offender Management System.
Benefits and Work Environment
Significant autonomy in clinical decision making while working under the safety of facility security.
Collaborative care model with nursing, behavioral health, and social work staff.
Location in a controlled environment with 24‑hour support, ensuring patient safety and continuity of care.
Application Requirements
Proof of licensure in the State of Alaska (conditional offer may be provided for non‑licensed candidates).
Driver’s license and BLS certification cards.
Complete application via Workplace Alaska, including mandatory security clearance, background check, and TB screening.
For foreign-educated candidates, documentation confirming equivalency to U.S. post‑secondary credentials.
Complete any additional required educational and work experience documentation.
EEO Statement The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, alternative communication formats, or other assistance may call 1-800-587-0430 or 907-465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information Hope Zachman Chief Clinical Officer Phone: 907-269-7301 Email: hope.zachman@alaska.gov
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Watch our HARS video: https://vimeo.com/789872805/e68dd6b1e3
Responsibilities
Assess, diagnose, and treat emergent, urgent, and chronic care needs of inmates.
Collaborate with nursing staff, behavior health, and social work to provide comprehensive inmate care.
Act as liaison between the correctional facility, local physicians, and hospitals.
Prescribe Schedule II–V drugs in accordance with State licensing requirements and prescriptive authority by the Alaska Board of Nursing or Alaska Medical Board.
Work in a 24‑hour nursing support environment and provide coverage and phone assistance as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Eligibility for licensure as a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in Alaska.
Valid driver’s license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Required background investigation clearance, including fingerprinting and tuberculosis screening.
Availability for shift assignments and on‑call duties.
Ability to maintain DEA registration and Prescription Drug Monitoring Program compliance.
Maintenance of Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or equivalent certifications as required.
Pre‑employment clearance of criminal history and compliance with the Alaska Public Safety Information Network and Corrections Offender Management System.
Benefits and Work Environment
Significant autonomy in clinical decision making while working under the safety of facility security.
Collaborative care model with nursing, behavioral health, and social work staff.
Location in a controlled environment with 24‑hour support, ensuring patient safety and continuity of care.
Application Requirements
Proof of licensure in the State of Alaska (conditional offer may be provided for non‑licensed candidates).
Driver’s license and BLS certification cards.
Complete application via Workplace Alaska, including mandatory security clearance, background check, and TB screening.
For foreign-educated candidates, documentation confirming equivalency to U.S. post‑secondary credentials.
Complete any additional required educational and work experience documentation.
EEO Statement The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, alternative communication formats, or other assistance may call 1-800-587-0430 or 907-465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information Hope Zachman Chief Clinical Officer Phone: 907-269-7301 Email: hope.zachman@alaska.gov
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