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State of Colorado CDOC Mid-level Provider/Advanced Level Practitioner - Canon City in Canon City, Colorado
CDOC Mid-level Provider/Advanced Level Practitioner - Canon City
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CDOC Mid-level Provider/Advanced Level Practitioner - Canon City
Salary
$8,615.00 - $12,060.00 Monthly
Location
Canon City, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
CAA CANON MLP C6S4XX Aug.2024
Department
Department of Corrections
Opening Date
08/20/2024
Closing Date
9/17/2024 4:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719-723-3973
Primary Physical Work Address
Canon City, CO 81215 This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
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Department Information
Colorado Department of Corrections Mission
$25,000 HIRING INCENTIVE FOR FULL-TIME CLINICAL PROFESSIONALS!
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 flexibleRetirement Benefits (https://www.copera.org/colorado-pera) 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 Colorado state residents only.
Location: There are multiple positions located inCanon City CO. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.
$25,000 Hiring Incentives for MID LEVEL PROVIDERS:
Payout will be as follows:
$5,000 after successful completion of the CDOC Training Academy
$5,000 after successful completion of 4 months of service
$5,000 after successful completion of 8 months of service
$10,000 after successful completion of 12 months of service.
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.
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- Applicant must have full prescriptive authority (RXN) as issued by the State of Colorado (DORA) and the DEA.
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;
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.
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. 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 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.
Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Should applicant’s background reveal criminal charges, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to provide the Department of Corrections with written/official disposition of any charges.
The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass. Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.
Exception: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified employees are prohibited from the use of marijuana. Health care professionals must check their licensing requirements regarding marijuana use.
Appeal Rights:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ( dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us ), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
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The assessment process for this position will consist primarily of a review of your application materials and responses to supplemental questions against minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications and required competencies. Your responses will also be evaluated on ability to follow instructions, clarity, conciseness, organization, grammar, spelling and word choice.
I so acknowledge this statement.
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Ensure the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and contains all information needed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications and contains at least 10 years of work experience, if applicable.
I so acknowledge this statement.
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I acknowledge that time sensitive correspondence will be sent via email from the Office of Human Resources and/or the Background Investigation Unit throughout the application process.
I understand time sensitive correspondence will be sent via email and that I should check my email daily.
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Are you currently under contractual obligation to a temporary agency? If so, please include this agency in your employment history on your application.
Jackson & Coker
Locum Tenens
Maxim Healthcare
Medical Doctors Associates
WSI Healthcare
Other
Not under contractual obligation.
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Do you have a current, valid licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse / Nurse Practitioner from the Colorado Board of Nursing?
Yes
No
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Please enter you APN / NP licensure number:
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Select the type(s) of prescriptive authority you currently possess:
Full Prescriptive authority issued by the State of Colorado (RXN)
Provisional / Predicate RXN
I do not have prescriptive authority
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Please enter your DEA registration # for prescriptive authority. Please type N/A if you do not have a DEA number
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Do you have experience providing medical care to an incarcerated population? If yes, please ensure this experience is listed in the Work Experience section of your application.
Yes
No
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Describe, in detail, your experience managing chronic medical conditions as an Advanced Practice Nurse / Nurse Practitioner. Include types of conditions and treatment settings.
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Describe, in detail, your experience performing office-based medical procedures.
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Do you have Colorado state service providing a service or support to a hard to serve needs population?
Yes
No
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The hiring pay for this position is $8,615.00 per month. Do you acknowledge this information?
Yes
No
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Certification and Confidentiality Statement
I agree to the terms and conditions of this Certification and Confidentiality Statement.
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