Float Nurse Practitioner - Reception and Treatment Center

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is seeking to hire a Nurse Practitioner to provide primary health care services. Selected candidate will be joining our staff of Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, and other health care professionals.

Applications are no longer accepted.

• Under the direct supervision of a licensed physician, performs health care services to patients/clients who are under the care of a state institution.
• Incumbents perform medical procedures and tasks in collaboration and consultation with a physician.
• Incumbents independently conduct appropriate examinations and recommend proper diagnosis and treatment; performs related work as required.
• Assesses the health status of patients/clients through comprehensive physical examination and diagnostic procedures to provide for the primary care of patients/clients.
• Applies advanced nursing principles to effectively diagnose and treat patients/clients.
• Prescribes medications and orders therapeutic treatments related to medical conditions within the scope of practice to provide appropriate patients/client care.
• Formulates, implements, and monitors health management plans and refers patients/clients as medication conditions require for the management of health problems.
• Provides education and counseling for patients/clients and families on health promotion, health maintenance, and health restoration for the management of health conditions.
• Initiates appropriate interventions in emergency situations until a physician is available to administer treatment.

• Successful completion of an accredited program for Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner.
• Current, valid license as a Registered Nurse and certification as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Nebraska.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Applicants must pass a medical exam, a drug test at a randomly announced time, and the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program at the Staff Training Academy.

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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