CDOC Mid-Level Provider/Advanced Level Practitioner - (BUENA VISTA)

State of Colorado•Chaffee County, CO

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Colorado Department of Corrections Mission: If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient. This 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:

Requirements

Applicant must possess 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.
Applicant must be willing and able to obtain full prescriptive authority (RXN) as issued by the State of Colorado (DORA) and the DEA, within six (6) months of hire.
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; Drivers must maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards. Eligibility to drive a State-owned vehicle, includes holding a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria. Serious traffic violations, including DUIs or reckless driving, can disqualify drivers for up to seven years. All State Vehicles are monitored by telematics for safe operation and employees have no reasonable expectation of privacy while using an agency State Fleet vehicle.
Possess a high school diploma or GED
Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609. The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents.
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDOC uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. CDOC does not sponsor non-residents of 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
Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist
Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down
Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows
Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows
Swing a baton in a striking technique
Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic
Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions
Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment
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

Nice To Haves

Experience providing clinical treatment in a correctional environment
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 providing medical care in a correctional environment
Experience managing chronic medical conditions as an APN / NP.

Responsibilities

Perform physical examinations and obtain detailed histories on assigned patients
Assess and treat acute/chronic medical problems and provides 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 such as cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, massive hemorrhage or similar 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, evening and night shifts, and holidays
May perform clinical research related to specific operations

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

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