Family Nurse Practitioner

OverviewSalary: $60.76 - $87.54 HourlyLocation: Boulder, COJob Type: Half-timeJob Number: SH2026-005Department: Sheriffs OfficeDivision: SHE JailOpening Date: 01/15/2026Closing Date: 2/12/2026 12:00 PM MountainFLSA: Exempt DescriptionFamily Nurse PractitionerJail Division Pay Range: $60.76 - $87.54 per hour Under minimal supervision, provides professional medical midlevel care. Provides direct patient care in accordance with the statutory limitations for Midlevel Practitioners and may perform administrative support functions as required. Boulder County is a family-friendly workplace dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work. Note: Applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications. Personal data may be redacted for minimum screening; attachments may be shared with the hiring team if advancing. Responsibilities Provides medical care to inmates including conducting exams, chronic care clinics and diagnostic testing. Provide patient education around medications and treatment adherence; document all activities in the electronic medical record in a timely, concise and clear manner. Evaluate patients for the need for a higher level of care, including hospitalization. If hospitalized, maintain contact with hospital staff to ensure continuity of care. Prescribes appropriate medications in accordance with pharmaceutical guidelines and standards of practice. Orders initial and/or routine laboratory tests and follows up on results; orders additional tests or initiates referral appointments with specialized caregivers. Review medical records, laboratory, x-ray and EKG results and intervene as medically indicated. Evaluate practice in relation to professional standards, statutes, regulations, departmental policies, and standards of care. Evaluate quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of nursing care provided. Deliver care in a nonjudgmental, nondiscriminatory manner that preserves patients’ rights and acts as a patient advocate. Provide consultation to non-prescribing medical staff about diagnosis, treatment and/or the need for medication. Assure patient privacy before, during and after procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Knowledge of regulatory standards, including specialty (e.g., Corrections) level requirements. Knowledge of concepts related to drug, alcohol and medical disease processes. Knowledge of individual and group dynamics and treatment methods to assist clients in achieving goals. Skill in preparing written reports, medical records, and other documentation. Ability to participate actively in multidisciplinary teams relevant to quality improvement. Ability to serve as a consultant to resolve ethical issues. Ability to use computers and computer systems. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATION Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers certification/CPR. National Certification for Advanced Practice Clinical Nurse Specialty in Family Medicine. Licensed by the Colorado Board of Nursing or Physicians with Prescriptive Authority. DEA Buprenorphine X Waiver recommended. All Certifications and Licenses required for this job must be kept current as a condition of continued employment. Education And Experience Master of Science in Nursing degree or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. Typically, one-year experience in midlevel family medicine practice. Three years prior family medicine practice experience is strongly preferred. Security Requirements Must obtain and maintain security clearance with the Boulder County Jail/ Sheriff’s Department. Must pass background investigation and drug testing. Must pass polygraph test. Supplemental Information Functional requirements include vision, hearing, sense of smell, speech, and physical mobility requirements as described for medical staff. Benefits Competitive pay and benefits. Health plans with vision and dental coverage. Additional benefits include family-forming benefits, caregiver leave, wellness programs, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and more. Generous paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave; PERA retirement with employer contributions. Employer: Boulder County Address: 2025 14th Street, Boulder, Colorado, 80302 Phone: 303-441-3525 Website: http://www.bouldercounty.org #J-18808-Ljbffr