Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner

The Nurse Practitioner provides clinical expertise, medical care, administrative services, and leadership to the staff in the medical clinic of the Durango Detention Center.

The Juvenile Probation Department of the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County is dedicated to providing innovative and efficient juvenile justice services grounded in evidenced-based practices and research. These services improve the safety of our community, hold youth accountable through developmentally appropriate orientation, and ensure the publics trust and confidence in the Judicial Branch. Join our Juvenile Probation Department in its mission to promote public safety through positive change as we connect youth to the community and provide opportunities that are delivered with fairness, dignity, and respect.

Position Qualifications

We recognize your time is valuable, so please apply if you meet the following required qualifications :

• Graduate of an AMA accredited school of Nursing and an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with a 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.

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. Effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Treat all patients, inmates, and co-workers fairly with dignity and respect. Preserve and protect patient rights and confidentiality.

Essential Job Tasks

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to communicate clearly, perceive details of objects that are close by, and maintain various physical positions for extended periods, such as sitting, standing, or walking. The job may involve using hands for tasks such as typing, handling objects, or operating tools, as well as reaching with hands and arms. Occasionally, the employee may be required to move or lift objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.