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Redding, California

Nurse Practitioner FNP AGNP ENP or ANP

Nurse PractitionerNo nightsPart-Time Physician-Supervised State

Listed compensation

$85-$95/hr

The week · per this posting

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Shasta County Jail - Redding, CA 96001Position Type: MEDIKO Employee - Part TimeSalary Range: $85.00 - $95.00 HourlyJob Shift: Day ShiftMEDIKO: Mission driven & committed to delivering high-quality medical care to the communities we serve.

Our dedicated Healthcare Professionals find meaning, support and new opportunities to learn and grow their skills every day. It’s what sets us apart from other healthcare companies and drives our success in correctional healthcare.

If you are a newly graduated APRN, or bring years of experience to your new position at MEDIKO, you will benefit from our competitive compensation, commitment to safety and exposure to the diverse healthcare needs of the clients we serve.

To take on a role that will enrich your career and make a real impact in your community, APPLY TODAY to start the conversation! The Nurse Practitioner will provide high-quality medical care to patients in a correctional healthcare setting, including assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and patient education.

This role will collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure comprehensive care delivery and will prescribe medications, perform procedures, and manage chronic conditions. The Nurse Practitioner will also maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and facility policies.

How YOU can Make an Impact: Provide high-quality, evidence-based medical care to inmates in accordance with established policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines. Perform assessments, diagnose and treat patients; prescribe medication and order appropriate tests.

Demonstrate leadership in ensuring excellence in patient care, promoting positive health outcomes and improving patient satisfaction. Maintain confidentiality of patient medical information/history, upholding HIPAA regulations and medical ethics.

Participate in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans and ensure they are followed in a timely manner. Provide Call-by-Phone services as needed, including after-hours. Provide leadership to nursing and healthcare staff, promoting teamwork and cooperation among medical and correctional teams.

Support staff development through guidance, mentorship, and ongoing education to promote a high standard of care. Ensure adherence to quality assurance standards by consistently performing thorough and accurate clinical tasks.

Participate in medical activities that foster growth and development for both medical professionals and patient care. Maintain professional standards at all times. Respect and adhere to the facility's safety, infection control, and operational policies, ensuring a safe and effective healthcare environment.

Collaborate with medical and correctional staff to ensure smooth operations, resolve issues, and enhance patient care delivery. What we Ask of YOU: A valid and active and unrestricted license to practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of California.

Completion of a primary care clinical discipline (e. g., FNP, AGNP, ANP, ENP) and Board Certification in that discipline. Hold an active and valid DEA Registration or be willing to obtain Registration. Experience in correctional healthcare or other underserved settings is very helpful.

Active CPR/BLS certificate required (American Heart Association/American Red Cross guideline approved) prior to start date.

Joining MEDIKO comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey: Competitive Pay Wellness program Employee Assistance Program Participation in the MEDIKO 401(k) Retirement Plan with company contribution Virtual Continuing Education provided and paid for by the company Access to Perks and Discounts at nationally recognized attractions, service providers, and retailers EOE STATEMENT: We are an equal employment opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

The Nurse Practitioner will deliver high-quality medical care to inmates in a correctional setting, involving assessments, diagnoses, treatment planning, and patient education. This role requires collaboration with the healthcare team to manage conditions, prescribe medications, perform procedures, and maintain accurate medical records while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid and unrestricted Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license in California, along with completion of a primary care clinical discipline (FNP, AGNP, ANP, or ENP) and board certification. A current DEA Registration and an active CPR/BLS certificate are also mandatory prior to the start date.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Prescribing MedicationsPerforming ProceduresChronic Condition ManagementMedical Record MaintenanceHIPAA ComplianceEvidence-Based Care

Correctional Medicine — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 50 active Correctional Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% are remote, 52% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

Correctional Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
20%
Loan repayment
5%
PSLF eligible
5%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.6this job 5.1
Better work-life than 60% of Correctional Medicine (NP) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 129 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Redding

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$375k
Typical market rent
$1,704/mo
Residents’ average commute
17 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.7
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Redding, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Mediko

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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Pay
Wellness program
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Retirement Plan with company contribution
Virtual Continuing Education provided and paid for by the company
Access to Perks and Discounts