Family Planning Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant

Gunnison County • Gunnison, CO

17d • $45 - $51

About The Position

Who We Are Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms. Perks of the Gunnison Valley "The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here. Job Summary Provides primary health care in the area of Family Planning Title X and Women’s Wellness Connection within established Colorado Department of Health protocols and in collaboration with a physician who has signed protocols. This position is currently supported by grant funding, which allows us to advance the county's strategic initiatives. Employment beyond the current grant period is dependent on funding availability. This position is 10 hours per week.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment.
• Current license to practice as a registered nurse within Colorado.
• Baccalaureate degree in nursing from a school accredited by the National League for Nursing, with at least one-year of appropriate nursing experience, with the expanded nursing function evidenced by completion of an organized educational program in either adult health or women's health care, or as a Family Planning Nurse Practitioner with a certificate.
• Or, graduation from a National League for Nursing approved School of Nursing with at least two years of appropriate nursing experience and with the expanded nursing role as evidenced by completion of an organized educational program in adult health or women's health care or as a F.N.P. with a certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provides primary health care in the area of Family Planning Title X and Women’s Wellness Connection within established Colorado Department of Health protocols and in collaboration with a physician who has signed protocols.

Benefits

• Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent
• Sick Leave: 1 hour for every 30 hours worked
• Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
• Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time