CDOC Mid-level Provider/ (Nurse Practioner / Physicians Assistant) -Telehealth- (COLORADO SPRINGS)

State of Colorado • Colorado Springs, CO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides medical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for chronic care, including but not limited to Gender Dysphoria and Opioid Use Disorder, for offenders using the tele-medicine platform, which could include offenders assigned to a clinic, an infirmary, or a special needs facility. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Perform and document, in the department electronic health record, physical examinations through the use of a tele-medicine platform and a medical assistant or equivalent, and obtain detailed histories on assigned patients; Assess and treat acute/chronic medical problems and provides direct patient care to a specified patient population; Notify attending physician on call, or supervising physician, of any unusual or expected events or problems requiring physician consultation; Prescribe medications from the CDOC formulary using applicable CDOC guidelines and policies; Conduct sick call, emergency treatment or chronic care clinic as assigned; 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; 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 and interpret laboratory, x-ray and EKG results and intervene as medically indicated; Be willing to learn new diagnostic modalities as they become available; Follow the CDOC clinical services standards and procedures, protocols, guidelines, or policies pertaining to medical practice and treatment as specified by Clinical Services administration; Travel to other correctional facilities to assist during a staffing crisis as requested by the Director of Clinical Services or their designee; 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 as assigned; Provide offender education during appointments; Participate in developing educational materials for offenders or health care professionals; This position must be available during the assigned work hours, in addition to provide on-call and call back duties such as weekends, evening and night shifts, and holidays; May perform clinical research related to specific operations, only under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer.

Requirements

• Current, valid licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse / Nurse Practitioner from the Colorado Board of Nursing or current, valid licensure as a Physician Assistant from the Colorado Medical Board.
• Full prescriptive authority (RXN) as issued by the State of Colorado (DORA) and the DEA.
• Experience managing chronic medical conditions as an APN / NP.
• 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
• Must be 21 years of age
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Have NO felony convictions
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States
• Successfully pass all modules of the 6 week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension , relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics
• Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics
• Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security
• Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury
• Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently
• Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations
• Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner
• Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders
• Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments
• Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings
• Willing and able to travel
• Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule
• TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire.
• Successful completion of a background investigation is required.

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• Perform and document, in the department electronic health record, physical examinations through the use of a tele-medicine platform and a medical assistant or equivalent, and obtain detailed histories on assigned patients
• Assess and treat acute/chronic medical problems and provides direct patient care to a specified patient population
• Notify attending physician on call, or supervising physician, of any unusual or expected events or problems requiring physician consultation
• Prescribe medications from the CDOC formulary using applicable CDOC guidelines and policies
• Conduct sick call, emergency treatment or chronic care clinic as assigned
• 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
• 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 and interpret laboratory, x-ray and EKG results and intervene as medically indicated
• Be willing to learn new diagnostic modalities as they become available
• Follow the CDOC clinical services standards and procedures, protocols, guidelines, or policies pertaining to medical practice and treatment as specified by Clinical Services administration
• Travel to other correctional facilities to assist during a staffing crisis as requested by the Director of Clinical Services or their designee
• 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 as assigned
• Provide offender education during appointments
• Participate in developing educational materials for offenders or health care professionals
• This position must be available during the assigned work hours, in addition to provide on-call and call back duties such as weekends, evening and night shifts, and holidays
• May perform clinical research related to specific operations, only under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer

Benefits

• 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
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Paid life insurance
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED