Nurse Practitioner

Position Overview

Compensation Information: $77.87 - $86.52 / hour

Department (Org):
Clinic

The Nurse Practitioner under the supervision of the Site Medical Director and other site Physicians offers a comprehensive range of medical services to incarcerated patients in accordance with established policy and state guidelines. They ensure necessary documentation of services is provided to the Site Medical Director or designee to monitor the provision of clinical services. Additionally, they communicate scheduling changes to the Medical Director and Health Services Administrator and make arrangements for coverage of medical services if unavailable for an extended period of time.

• Conduct routine and emergency medical care for inmates, including chronic care clinics, infirmary rounds, and emergency treatment on site.
• Adhere to established policies and procedures for medical care, including documentation in SOAP format, adherence to formulary regimens, and utilizing available in‑house resources for treatment.
• Assume responsibility and accountability for individual judgments and actions, while also reporting any concerns or questions to the Medical Director or Health Services Administrator.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and privacy in accordance with accepted practices for incarcerated individuals.
• Provide input into facility mandatory committees as requested.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Advanced degree in an approved and accredited Nurse Practitioner program.

Experience

• Prior medical/surgical and/or emergency/trauma experience and corrections experience is preferred.
• Must have the patience and tact to deal with the inmate patient population and ability to work effectively in the corrections environment.
• Scheduling flexibility is required to rotate hours and shifts, and to be called during emergency situations to provide coverage.

Licenses/Certifications

• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner within the state of employment.
• Current CPR certification.

NPs in the San Luis Obispo County Jail provide primary and urgent medical care to patients in a correctional setting. Responsibilities may include conducting patient assessments, diagnosing and treating acute and chronic conditions, ordering and reviewing diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, and collaborating with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care. Candidates should be comfortable with suturing, incision and drainage (abscesses common), basic wound care and debridement, splinting/minor fracture management, EKG interpretation, and emergency response (codes and overdoses).

This is a PRN position averaging approximately 10 hours per week, with some weekend coverage required.

In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work/life balance for team members and their families to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

• Daily Pay, receive your money as you earn it.
• Tuition assistance and dependent scholarships.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Tax‑free Health Spending Accounts (HSA).
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts.
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans.

* Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.