Nurse Practitioner (Full time, 40hrs/wk)

YesCare; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in correctional healthcare seeks dedicated Nurse Practitioners to deliver essential medical care to inmates while ensuring security and confidentiality. This role involves diagnosing and treating patients, performing routine examinations, and educating inmates on health-related matters. As a leader in healthcare for over 40 years, the company is committed to improving patient health and safety, breaking the cycle of recidivism, and enhancing community well-being. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a challenging environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program with a current license to practice.
• Competent in diagnosis, treatment, and patient education.

Responsibilities

• Provide health care to inmates and emergency care to staff.
• Document all patient interactions and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Patient Care

Diagnosis and Treatment

Medical Record Documentation

Patient Education

Confidentiality Maintenance

Education

Graduate of accredited program

Current CPR certificate

Job description

Experience & Requirements

YesCare Nurse Practitioners provide direct care to inmates in the correctional institution and emergency care to staff while observing and maintaining security requirements.

• Provides appropriate health care to inmates
• Diagnoses and treats inmates within his/her scope of practice
• Performs routine history and physical (H&P) examinations where applicable
• Orders and, if necessary, performs laboratory studies, X-rays, examinations, and electrocardiograms, as appropriate
• Initiates consultation requests and non-formulary requests with supervisory physician’s approval
• Educates inmates about medical conditions, use of drugs, diet, weight control, and effects of prescribed treatment
• Documents all patient contacts in the medical record using Problem Oriented Medical Record format and SOAP charting
• Maintains confidentiality of medical records
• Orders medications while adhering to the established formulary
• Participates in the data collection of the CQI program and participates in the CQI committee as needed
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested by supervisor

Responsibilities

• Graduate of an accredited program
• Holds a current license to practice in the state where the facility is located
• Certified or eligible for certification in the scope of practice
• Competent to perform responsibilities as defined by the state’s practice act
• Maintains a current CPR certificate

About YesCare Health

As the correctional healthcare pioneer and leader for 40 years, YesCare provides client partners with high-quality healthcare and reentry services that improve the health and safety of our patients, break the cycle of recidivism, and better the communities where we live and work.