Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Reception and Treatment Center

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide primary health care services at Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) in Lincoln. The role involves joining a team of physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and other health care professionals to deliver inmate health care. Starting wages: Physician Assistant $57.551/hour; Nurse Practitioner $59.099/hour. Key responsibilities include clinical assessments, differential diagnosis, basic CPR, minor surgery, proctoscopy, treatment of non-displaced fractures, documentation of observations and diagnosis, and effective communication with patients, families, and staff. Pre-employment requirements include medical exam and random drug testing; completion of the NE Corrections Training Program after intake; and possession of a valid Nebraska license as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner as applicable. CPR/ACLS certification preferred (required within one year of hire). Must possess a valid Nebraska driver’s license. Interested applicants should use internal apply channels if currently state-employed.