ADVANCED REGISTERED NURSE PRACTITIONER- CRCC

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the role of On-Call Advanced Care Practitioner for the Coyote Ridge Corrections Center (CRCC) located in Connell, WA just outside of the Tri Cities. This position may be filled by a Physician Assistant-Certified or an Advance Care Nurse Practitioner (ARNP).
 
Under the supervision of the Health Services Manager and the Facility Medical Director, this position is responsible for delivering high quality health care to incarcerated individuals of the Coyote Ridge Corrections Center in a timely and professional manner, promote a healthy lifestyle, and provide patient health care education. This includes but is not limited to assessing, diagnosing, and treating a multitude of medical issues encountered. This position monitors, managers, coordinates, and delivers health care and counsels, consults, teaches, advises, and provides health care information to the patient that improves the quality and continuity of health services. Supervises and monitors all levels of health care services delivered to the incarcerated population and assists Health Care Managers and the Facility Medical Director in monitoring expenditures, planning, and organizing health care services, facilities, and other programs.

Coyote Ridge Corrections Center has a diverse population seeing different chronic diseases and taking care of those that need long term and palliative care.

• Extended Observations unit up to 96 hr. stay (4 beds)
• Long term palliative care unit
• See up to 2500 patients with different chronic disease ( diabetes, hypertension, cancer, autoimmune disorders and much more)
• The mission of the Department of Corrections is to 'improve public safety by positively changing lives. For additional information visit our website at doc.wa.gov

 A completed application packet will include:

• A detailed resume
• A cover letter
• Three professional references

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.

• Provide high-quality healthcare
  1. Diagnose health related problems and determine outcomes.
  2. Ensure continuity of care
  3. Implement plan of care by providing direct patient care.
  4. Analyze and evaluate the structure, process, and timeframes for service delivery; the expected effects of treatment or intervention; the outcomes to be achieved; revision of the plan of care to prevent complications; and intervene to address new or emerging problems or to improve care and services delivery.
  5. Perform minor surgical procedures.
  6. Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic laboratory tests and x-rays.
  7. Prescribe medications.
• Complete screenings/physical exam
  1. Complete initial screening
• Provide Effective communication and documentation
• Actively participate in clinically wide coordinated quality improvement program (CQIP) projects and programs
• Delegate and assign patient responsibility through appropriate communication to the nurses and assistive nursing personnel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Certification as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician’s Assistants.

AND

• Must hold unrestricted license to practice as a midlevel practitioner and prescribe scheduled drugs.
• Licensure (PA-A, RN, ARNP) must be valid and continuously unrestricted.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year working experience as an ARNP or PA-C.
• Ability to perform basic skills as listed on the Employer's Skills Inventory. Demonstrates skill competency periodically as scheduled.
• Ability to use the computer to enter schedule, monitor, and track patient information, work process, and communicate via email.
• Ability and willingness to transition to electronic health records should DOC implement this form of charting.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with a diverse range of patients, staff, and stakeholders.

• Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.
• Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.
• Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
• Our Core Values:
  1. Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
  2. Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
  3. People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
  4. Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
  5. Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
 

• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies.  If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.   

**Please note:  Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
 

• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire.  Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply. 
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration. 
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position. 
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire.   When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.
• This position requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.
• The DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov. 

We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies:  
 

• Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.
• Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
• Promote inclusiveness.
• Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.

What We Offer: 

 As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority.  Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation.  Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:
 

• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year 
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

Many DOC jobs are covered by the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) eligible position to a PSERS eligible position, they actually retire under two different systems/plans.  For more information, please contact the Department of Retirement System at: 1-800-547-6657.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.
 
  For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email Angela Berrier at  amberrier@doc1.wa.gov or call at 509. 540.7078.  For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

Salary : $60 - $98