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NP/PA - Jail Health (Days/Evenings,7 days on/off, Generous Bonus Pay!)
Hennepin Healthcare has open positions for Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants to work in Jail Health Services at the Hennepin County Adult Detention Center (ADC). Schedule will be dependent on the FTE level of the selected candidates (0.7 – 1.0 FTE) and will typically consist of 10-hour shifts from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, 7 days on followed by 7 days off. (On call physician available by phone during non-business hours). The pay structure includes a competitive hourly base rate as well as a generous bonus for evening and weekend hours.
Responsibilities
- Initial medical assessment of adult patients in intake at the Hennepin County Adult Detention Center (ADC). Initial medical assessment includes evaluation of medical stability/appropriateness for jail housing, evaluation of any relevant acute and chronic medical conditions, medication reconciliation, initiating appropriate medical treatment plan.
- Responding to emergency situations that arise in the ADC and initiating emergency care in collaboration with nursing staff.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation of observations, interventions, plan of care, referrals and follow-up
- Order, conduct, and interpret diagnostic tests, therapeutic treatments; may prescribe, administer and dispense therapeutic devices and medications
- Perform simple bedside procedures such as incision and drainage after appropriate training
- Respond timely to in-basket, forms, email, and paging communication regarding patient care
- May be asked to contribute to ongoing medical and nursing staff teaching programs
- May be asked participate in quality improvement projects within the department
- Work with nursing team related to management of chronic conditions and safe discharge planning
- Adhere to productivity standards established by the department
- Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to provide patient-centered care
- Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, fellow employees with HHS, and Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment
- Promote effective working relations and work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team
- Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace
- Provide education and counseling that is research-based and client-centered
Note: Please include a cover letter and CV with your application to be considered for this position.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree in Nursing or in Physician Assistant studies from an accredited program
- Current license (or eligibility) to practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant in the State of Minnesota
- Certification in the area of specialization by an agency authorized to certify professional nurses in Advanced Practice
- If Nurse Practitioner, FNP or AGNP required
- Knowledge of electronic medical documentation software/systems
- Experience working with a diverse and complex patient population
Preferred Qualifications
- 2-3 years experience as an NP or PA
- Experience in urgent care and/or ED setting
- Experience working with patients who have substance use disorders as well as pharmacologic management of substance use disorder and withdrawal
- Experience working with patients who are or who have been incarcerated
About Hennepin Healthcare Systems
Hennepin Healthcare benefit offerings (0.50 FTE or greater) include: several medical insurance plans to select from, dental insurance, generous 401(a) company contribution and paid time off, annual Business Expense Account dollars, time off for Continuing Medical Education, and more. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Hennepin Healthcare is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Our Office of Professional Worklife and other institutional supports are available to help with your sense of wellness. It is our firm belief that we must attend to our own well-being before we can care for others. As the practice of medicine can be as intense and stressful as it is rewarding, we are committed to supporting and promoting your well-being.
We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are deeply committed to the goals of health equity and antiracism by teaching and working in an environment characterized by celebrating diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Applicants from diverse backgrounds or historically under-resourced communities are especially encouraged to apply.
Hennepin Healthcare (a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County) is a public, integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Hennepin County. We partner with our community, our patients, and their families to ensure access to outstanding care for everyone while improving health and wellness through teaching, patient and community education, and research.
Hennepin County Medical Center has been named one of the nation's best hospitals for over a decade by U.S. News and World Report.
About Minneapolis and the Twin Cities metro area
Minneapolis and Saint Paul make up the Twin Cities with a major metropolitan population of over three million. Minneapolis is the City of Parks and Lakes boasting top placement nationally as a bike-friendly city. Built around the Mississippi River, the Twin Cities have become an educational, cultural, recreational and business destination.
Located in downtown Minneapolis, Hennepin County Medical Center enjoys many nearby amenities for major sports franchises and the 2nd largest grouping of theater seatings in the United States. HCMC is easily accessible from major highways in all directions as well as easy light rail access to the Airport and Mall of America.
Medscape recently named Minneapolis as a best place to practice medicine due to factors such as teamwork with Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants, great cost of living, healthy patient population and abundant recreation opportunities. Part of the 14th largest metropolitan city in the United States, Minneapolis offers an exceptional quality of life to all its residents. This beautiful Upper Midwest region, considered a city by nature, is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream.
- Enjoy a metropolitan area with natural landscapes every six blocks
- An extremely active community of artists, musicians, foodies, dancers, runners, and bikers
- A place to put away your phone and enjoy family-friendly events year-round
- Ranked as the #3 fittest city in the U.S., Minneapolis offers resources that support healthy living
Facility & Address
Hennepin Heathcare System
- 701 Park Avenue Minneapolis MN 55415
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