Graduate of an AMA accredited school of Nursing and an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Valid unrestricted license to practice issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing
Board Certification in Advanced Nursing Practice from The American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) as a Pediatric or Family Nurse Practitioner
Arizona Registered Nurse & Advanced Practice License
Knowledge of state laws, regulations, and statutes that govern health care services and scope of practice, as well as OSHA standards and safety practices
Knowledge of supervisory practices in patient care
Skill in implementing effective healthcare practices and the delivery of current standards
Ability to supervise and mentor staff, reward performance, address deficiencies, and resolve conflict
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
Ability to treat all patients, inmates, and co-workers fairly with dignity and respect
Ability to preserve and protect patient rights and confidentiality
Responsibilities
Provides medical evaluations, consultation, and treatment of patients through age 19, including the prescribing of medications
Assists treatment team in developing goals and objectives for Special Needs Treatment Plan
Supervises staff - develops performance plans, conducts evaluations, provides feedback, and assists with staff development, assists with disciplinary measures and corrective action plans
Participates in the development of patient services data and document encounters according to the Departmental procedures
Prepares reports and referral information for the Courts and other outside providers as necessary
Participates in peer review, in-service training, quality improvement processes, and other related activities
Provides clinical expertise, medical care, administrative services, and leadership to the staff in the medical clinic of the Durango Detention Center