Advanced Practice Partner – Correctional Healthcare

The GEO Group, Inc.; Winton (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to diagnose and treat inmates, focusing on health promotion and disease prevention within a correctional setting.

You will diagnose, treat, prescribe medications, order tests, and work with physicians to deliver comprehensive care while ensuring safety and quality.

State NP/PA license and DEA, 2+ years of experience, and on-call availability are required, with competitive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing or physician assistant studies.
• Current, unrestricted license to practice as RN/NP or PA in the state plus a DEA license.
• Two years of advanced practice experience preferred.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Skill in performing uncomplicated surgical procedures.
• Ability to administer prescribed medications and perform complete physical assessments.

Responsibilities

• The Advanced Practice Provider performs routine medical examinations on inmates or detainees under established guidelines.
• Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic medical illnesses.
• Provides medical treatment and services, in conjunction with a physician.
• Prescribes medication dosages, routes, and frequencies per licensure.
• Orders, performs, or interprets diagnostic tests with physician oversight.
• Documents health care services and maintains comprehensive medical records.
• Counsels patients on prescribed regimens and possible side effects.
• Educates patients about self-management and risk reduction.
• Maintains knowledge of state regulations for NP/PA practice and licensure requirements.
• Performs 24-hour coverage as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Anatomy & physiology

Uncomplicated surgical procedures

Medication administration & physicals

Diagnose illnesses & order diagnostic/

Patient care management

Medical histories & data evaluation

Plan & coordinate workload

Computers & software

Education

Accredited nursing or PA program graduate

Two years advanced practice experience preferred

Current RN/NP/PA license + DEA license

Job description

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to diagnose and treat inmates, focusing on health promotion and disease prevention within a correctional setting.

You will diagnose, treat, prescribe medications, order tests, and work with physicians to deliver comprehensive care while ensuring safety and quality.

State NP/PA license and DEA, 2+ years of experience, and on-call availability are required, with competitive benefits and career growth opportunities.