Jail Health Services Nurse Practitioner

Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

Perks of the Gunnison Valley

"The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here.

Benefits

• Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent
• Sick Leave: 1 hour for every 30 hours worked
• Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement.
• Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships

Job Summary

Provides primary health care in the area of Gunnison County Detention Center within established Colorado Department of Health protocols and in collaboration with the county Chief Medical Officer.

Pay Rate

The hourly range is from $43.94 to $50.03, depending on experience, plus partial benefits.

This position is 10 hours per week.

*The County pays monthly on the last week day of the month.*

View the full job description here.

Hiring Manager

Shonna Gray

Email: SGray@gunnisoncounty.org

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled.

Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license.

Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment.

Qualifications/Education

• Master’s Degree in Nursing and graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license issued by the State Board of Nursing in Colorado or compact privileges under the multi-state Nurse Licensure Compact agreement
• Unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe all medications commonly prescribed in the course of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
• Experience working in a primary care setting or urgent care setting preferred.