CDOC/ Mid

CDOC/ Mid-level Provider/Advanced Level Practitioner - (Limon)
Department Information 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. In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer: 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; Paid life insurance; Short and long-term disability coverage; 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick time; Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more. Who may apply: This position is open to Colorado state residents only. Location: This position is located in Limon, Colorado. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location. Description of Job 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: 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; You are encouraged to print a copy of this announcement for your records Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Applicant must possess current, valid licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse / Nurse Practitioner from the Colorado Board of Nursing. - and Special Qualifications: Applicant must have full prescriptive authority (RXN) as issued by the State of Colorado (DORA) and the DEA. ONLY APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM & SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS PROCESS. Required Competencies: 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: If you have any questions regarding this job announcement, contact Stacey Hibpshman at or . 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 (10) ten years of the most current work experience unless experience related to the job for which you are applying is later than (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 (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it. Conditions of Employment: All job offers are contingent upon a successful medical screening by a healthcare professional, certifying the candidate's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicant must consent to hold harmless CDOC and its agents and staff from any liability arising in whole or in part from the testing and the use of this information in connection with CDOC's consideration of application for employment. Must be 21 years of age; Possess a valid driver's license; 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. 9. 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 . click apply for full job details