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Mediko
Lynnwood, Washington

Nurse Practitioner

Nurse PractitionerNo nightsContract Full Practice Authority

Listed compensation

$0.01–$140 /hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Lynwood Jail - Lynwood, WA
  • Position Type: Independent Contractor/1099
  • Salary Range: $0.01 - $140.00Hourly
  • Job Shift: Day Shift, Title: Nurse Practitioner
  • Location: Lynwood Jail, Lynnwood, WA
  • Status: Part Time. 20 hours a week divided into two 10 hour days

Salary: $140 an hour Job Summary: 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.

Qualifications

A current, valid, and unrestricted state license, certification, and/or credential authorizing practice in the applicable clinical role (e. g., MD, DO, DDS, DMD, NP, etc.) is required. A High School diploma or GED is required.

An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare, or a related field is preferred for applicable roles. For advanced clinical roles, completion of an accredited graduate or professional program (e. g., medical school, dental school, nurse practitioner program, etc.) is required.

A current, valid DEA registration, if applicable. Board certification in a relevant specialty is preferred, if applicable. Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical practice, with at least 1-2 years in a correctional healthcare or underserved population setting preferred.

Experience in diagnosis, treatment planning, and providing healthcare services in a managed care or correctional facility setting is highly preferred. Active CPR/BLS certificate required (American Heart Association/American Red Cross guideline approved).

Employee Benefits (eligibility varies by status): Competitive pay and bonus opportunities Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Paid portion of maternity leave 401(k) with company match Generous PTO plus paid holidays and floating holidays Tuition reimbursement assistance Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) options Employee Assistance Program Free Virtual Continuing Education and professional development opportunities MEDIKO is a growing healthcare organization dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to underserved populations in correctional facilities across the country.

We partner with jail systems to deliver healthcare that makes a meaningful difference for patients, facilities, and communities. At MEDIKO, relationships matter.

We believe in earning the trust and respect of our patients, employees, and client partners—and in growing the right way, without losing the personal connection that sets us apart.

Join MEDIKO and bring your skills to a unique healthcare environment where you will make an impact, expand your experience, and be part of a team committed to delivering exceptional care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MEDIKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

The Nurse Practitioner will provide high-quality medical care, including assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans within a correctional facility. They will also collaborate with the healthcare team to manage chronic conditions and ensure compliance with facility policies.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid state license and a graduate degree in a relevant clinical program. A minimum of 3-5 years of clinical experience, with specific experience in correctional or underserved settings, is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification (preferred)

Key Skills

Medical assessmentMedication prescriptionChronic condition managementMedical record maintenance

Correctional Medicine — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 42 active Nurse Practitioner listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 31% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Nurse Practitioner by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.1 / 10 · above average in correctional medicine (np)ranked against 122 Correctional Medicine (NP) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost of livingWashington index 107.0US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Nurse Practitioner listings in Washington330 active14,004 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 38% remote · 31% no call · 74% no weekends42 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedWashington Nurse Practitioner listings: 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $30k) · 14% offer loan repayment330 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (122 Correctional Medicine (NP) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top contract/1099 Nurse Practitioner Jobs

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Visa sponsorship
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.8this job 5.1
Better work-life than 60% of Correctional Medicine (NP) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 122 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Mediko

Hospitals and Health Care
Richmond, Virginia
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive pay and bonus opportunities
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
Paid maternity leave
401(k) with company match
Generous PTO plus paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
HSA and HRA options

Living in Lynnwood

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$701k
Typical market rent
$2,122/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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