Summary of Work Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Jamestown, ND
Do you want to make a difference through the care you provide? Join the North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCR) as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant at the James River Correctional Center (JRCC) in Jamestown, ND, where you'll have the opportunity to provide quality healthcare, build meaningful connections with patients, and make a positive impact on their health and well-being.
As the NP or PA, you'll provide primary care to individuals in a correctional setting, treating everything from routine health concerns to ongoing medical conditions. We're looking for an experienced provider who is confident in their clinical skills, comfortable working independently, and enjoys collaborating with other healthcare professionals. You'll be part of a team that values compassion, respect, and a patient-centered approach to care.
To be successful in this position, you will demonstrate sound clinical judgment, the ability to manage patient care independently, and strong communication and teamwork skills. Compassion, patience, professionalism, and respect for patients are essential to this role.
In this role, you will:
- Conduct physical examinations, review medical histories, and assess patients to identify health concerns and treatment needs
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, diagnose and treat medical conditions, prescribe medications, and provide follow-up care
- Provide preventive healthcare, manage ongoing medical conditions, and educate patients about their health and prescribed treatments
- Initiate and manage medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), including buprenorphine- and naltrexone-based treatment, and monitor patients receiving methadone therapy
- Collaborate with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and participate in quality improvement efforts
Minimum Qualifications To be considered for this position, you must hold one of the following licenses at the time of hire:
- North Dakota Board of Nursing Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
- North Dakota Board of Medicine Licensed Physician Assistant (PA)
And:
- Have at least three (3) years of primary care experience or equivalent direct patient care experience
- Ability to complete successfully standard background, criminal record check, and drug screening
Location: This position is located on site at JRCC in Jamestown, ND. Some travel or telehealth services for other DOCR facilities may be required.
Application Procedures All applications for open DOCR positions must be made via the Careers site. Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must be received by 11:59 PM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date listed above. All potential applicants must attach and/or upload the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Transcripts
Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties.
Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veteran's Affairs Office.
Contact Jordan Falcon at jorfalcon@nd.gov or 701.934.8376 or TTY (800) 366-6888 for more information or assistance in the application or interview process.
Agency Specific About DOCR The ND Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DOCR) is about transforming lives, influencing change and strengthening community. Through the commitment of nearly 1,000 team members, DOCR supports more than 2,000 individuals in our facilities and 7,000 in our communities.
We value innovation, integrity, professionalism, respect, opportunity for change, teamwork and transparency.
