Advanced Care Practitioner - SCCC

Advanced Care Practitioner - SCCC

Salary

$132,852.00 - $183,168.00 Annually

Location

Grays Harbor County - Aberdeen, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Permanent

Job Number

HS-SCCC-2026-05177

Department

Dept. of Corrections

Division

HS - SCCC

Opening Date

06/23/2026

Closing Date

7/7/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

Advanced Care Practitioner

Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner OR Physician Assistant - Certified

Stafford Creek Corrections Center

Aberdeen, WA.

Monthly salary: $11,071.00-$15,264.00

Annual Salary: $132,852.00-$183,168.00

Schedule: 7:00am-5:30pm (0700-1730) Tuesday-Friday (Sat/Sun/Mon off)

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Advanced Care Practitioner for the Stafford Creek Corrections Center located in Aberdeen, WA.

Under the supervision of the Facility Medical Director, this position supports the agency's mission to improve public safety by delivering timely, high-quality, person-centered care to the incarcerated population. The Advanced Care Practitioner (ACP) manages a defined patient panel using a population health approach that emphasizes prevention, chronic disease management, and continuity of care. The care philosophy is built on a foundation of "making better neighbors" by encouraging recovery and individualized patient health literacy development.

The ACP assesses, diagnoses, and treats a broad range of medical conditions while partnering with patients in a shared decision-making, promoting health education, and supporting sustainable behavior change. Working within an interdisciplinary team, the ACP provides coordinated, equitable care that respects patient dignity and autonomy, including delivering primary care in the clinic and potentially in the living unit (house calls), attending urgent care in collaboration with nursing staff, and providing medical coverage for the inpatient unit.

This role also contributes to the quality and effectiveness of health services through data-informed practice, collaboration with Health Services Managers, the Facility Medical Director, and Team Members, and participation in planning, resource stewardship, and continuous system improvements.

At the Department of Corrections, we value our nurses and understand how important they are to our patients and their families. Additionally, we offer a great benefit package along with opportunity for professional and personal growth.

COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKET WILL INCLUDE:

• A detailed resume
• A cover letter outlining your interest in this position with our agency

The mission of the Department of Corrections is to improve public safety by positively changing lives". For additional information visit our website at doc.wa.gov

Application assessment will be ongoing; the hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It's the applicants advantage to apply as early as possible. This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non-permanent positions.

Duties

Provide Direct Patient Care & Panel Management:

• Deliver accessible, continuous, and person-centered primary care to a defined patient panel, consistent with National Commission on Correctional Health Care standards and Patient-Centered Medical Home principles.
• Provide care in accordance with the Washington DOC Health Plan, Formulary, and published WA DOC clinical protocols and guidelines.
• Perform initial and ongoing health assessments, screenings and physical examinations; initiate and update PULHES coding and health classifications.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic conditions using evidence-based practices, emphasizing prevention, chronic disease management, and health equity.
• Provide urgent and emergency care in collaboration with nursing staff across clinical settings, ensuring timely access and appropriate triage.
• Admit, manage, and provide ongoing care for patients in the inpatient/infirmary unit, ensuring safe transitions across levels of care.
• Coordinate care across disciplines and settings, including collaboration with community providers to supports continuity of care during transitions (e.g. intake and reentry), recognize the role of corrections health as an integral partner in public health.
• Order and interpret diagnostic testing and prescribe medications, including controlled substances and medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), in alignment with clinical guidelines and formulary standards.
• Perform minor procedures within scope of practice.
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition, escalating and facilitating specialty referral when indicated.

Communication, Documentation & Care Coordination:

• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete documentation in the health records in accordance with NCCHC standards, legal requirements and DOC policy.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with patients and interdisciplinary team members, supporting shared decision-making and patient engagement; this includes all verbal and written communications (Teams, email, kites, SMS messages).
• Coordinate transitions of care, including off-site services and community-based providers, ensuring continuity, information exchange, and follow-up.
• Respond to patient requests (kites) and institutional communications in a timely, professional and patient-centered manner.
• Protect confidentiality of health information in accordance with HIPPA, state law, and DOC policy.

Quality Improvement & Population Health:

• Participation in Coordinated Quality Improvement (CQIP) activities consistent with NCCHC requirements and WA DOC initiatives for continuous quality improvement.
• Lead or contribute to at least one quality improvement annually, using data to improve clinical outcomes, access and patient experience.
• Apply population health strategies, including panel management, risk satisfaction, and proactive clinical outcomes, access and patient experience.
• Support implementation of evidence-based practices and PCMH-aligned workflows to improve system performance and care delivery.
• Share openly with colleagues across the state in an effort to support their practice, collaborate on improving systems, and raise the status of corrections medicine. As possible, extend participation to organizations such as ACCP, NCCHC, NIC and ACA.

Team-Based Care, Delegation & Clinical Support:

• Function as part of an interdisciplinary care team, supporting PCMH principles of team-based, coordinated care.
• Delegate and assign care responsibilities appropriately, ensuring safe, effective, and efficient care delivery.
• Provide clinical guidance, mentorship, and support to nursing and other staff, promoting a culture of safety, respect, and continuous learning.

Collaboration with Custody & Institutional Partners:

• Collaborate with custody and facilitate partners to support a safe, secure and therapeutic environment consistent with NCCHC and WA DOC Health Services standards.
• Provide clinical input related to patient health, safety, and institutional operations, including grievances and emergent situations.

Professional Responsibilities & Other Duties:

• ACPs must continually maintain licensure, certifications and registrations in good standing as a foundational requirement of your position.
• Participate in required training, clinical oversight, peer review, professional standards reviews, and on-call responsibilities.
• Adhere to professional standards, the Washington DOC Health Plan, Formulary and Published Clinical Protocols and Guidelines.
• Contribute to the respectful, person-centered culture that recognizes the dignity and humanity of those served and supports the role of correctional health within the broader public health system.
• Note: While this section does not require much focused time in your position, it is the vital foundation for the rest of your work.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid Washington State license to practice as a Registered Nurse AND a possession of a current designation as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner AND current certification from an approved national program (American Nurse Association)

OR

• Possess a valid Washington state licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant AND current certification from an approved national certification program (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants)

AND

• Must hold an unrestricted license to practice as a midlevel practitioner and prescribe scheduled drugs
• Initial and continuous unblemished/unrestricted licensure in the State of Washington as a Registered Nurse and Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner OR Physician Assistant.
• Initial and continuous unblemished/unrestricted certification by ANCC or AANP or NCCPA for PA
• Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration.
• A National Provider Identification (NPI) number.
• Current certification in American Heart Association version of Basic Life Support.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working as an Advanced Care Practitioner at a correctional facility.
• One year working experience as an ARNP or PA.

Supplemental Information

Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.

Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values:

• Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
• Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
• Peoples safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
• Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
• Supporting peoples success: Corrections is committed to our community - understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
• Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates.

Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.

• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.
• Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.
• Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds. Under rare circumstances this position may be required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds.
• Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
• Candidates who are offered a job with the Department of Corrections must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
• Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made.

We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies:

Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.

• Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Respectfully acknowledge peoples differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
• Promote inclusiveness.
• Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.

What We Offer:

As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

Many DOC jobs are covered by the Public Safety Employees Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) eligible position to a PSERS eligible position, they actually retire under two different systems/plans. For more information, please contact the Department of Retirement System at: 1-800-547-6657.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email lindsey.martinez@doc1.wa.gov or call us at 425-760-4485. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

01

Please select your type of initial and continuous unblemished/unrestricted licensure in Washington State

• Registered Nurse and Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
• Physician Assistant
• Other/neither of the above

02

Please list your above license number

03

Do you hold an unrestricted license to practice as a mid-level practitioner and prescribe scheduled drugs?

• Yes
• No

04

If you are a current Physician Assistant, do you have initial and continuous unblemished/unrestricted certification by ANCC or AANP or NCCPA?

• Yes - ANCC certification
• Yes - AANP certification
• N/A - I am an ARNP
• N/A - I am not an PA or ARNP

05

Do you have a current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration?

• Yes
• No

06

Please list your DEA registration number

07

Do you have a National Provider Identification (NPI) number?

• Yes
• No

08

Please list your National Provider Identification (NPI) number.

09

Do you have a current certification with the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support OR are you able to obtain this before hire?

• I have a current AHA BLS certification
• I do not have an AHA BLS certification but I can and will obtain this before hire
• No

10

Do you have experience working as an Advanced Care Practitioner in a correctional facility?

• Yes
• No

11

How many years of experience do you have working as an ARNP or PA?

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• 2-4 years of experience
• 4-6 years of experience
• 6-8 years of experience
• 8-10+ years of experience

12

If hired for this position, will you require employer sponsorship, either now or in the future?

• Yes
• No

13

If hired for this position, do you currently possess required documents to allow you to legally work within the United States? The attached link lists acceptable documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents [suggested link to I-9 documents]

• Yes
• No

14

How did you hear about this opportunity that you are applying to?

• DOC website
• careers.wa.gov
• governmentjobs.com
• Indeed - job posting
• Indeed - direct message/recruiter contact
• Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, Youtube, etc.)
• LinkedIn
• Diversityjobs.com
• Militaryjobs.com
• Job/career fair
• Referral from current DOC employee
• Internal candidate/current employee

15

If other, how did you hear about this opportunity OR if you were referred by a current DOC employee please list their first AND last name.

Required Question

Employer State of Washington

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Website http://www.careers.wa.gov