Nurse Practitioner

Hiring Rate:

$59.099

Job Posting:

JR2026-00022539 Nurse Practitioner - Reception and Treatment Center (Open)

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Job Description:

Information about the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For more information about this position, call 402-471-2654. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [email protected].

Duties may include:

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.

Requirements/Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Successful completion of an accredited program for Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner. Incumbents must have a current, valid license as a Registered Nurse and be certified as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Nebraska.

Other: Reliable attendance is required. Applicant accepting a job offer must pass the following exams in this order: medical exam and, at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.

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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. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

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