Correctional NP: Compassionate Care & Rapid Response

MedTrust; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MedHealth in Cheyenne, WY is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our medical team at the Laramie County Detention Center. You will provide high-quality patient care in a correctional setting, assess patient needs, and implement care plans while collaborating with multidisciplinary staff to ensure safe and effective health outcomes.

The role requires an active Wyoming APRN license, DEA, BLS, and at least one year of experience; correctional experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Wyoming APRN license.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience.
• Correctional experience preferred.
• Valid DEA registration.
• BLS for healthcare providers.
• Must have a supervising physician.
• Wyoming prescribing authority.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients in a correctional medical unit.
• Respond to emergencies across the facility.
• Manage medications per MedHealth formulary.
• Document encounters in EHR or paper records.
• Coordinate care with medical and security staff.
• Attend monthly staff meetings and quarterly meetings.
• Adhere to MedHealth policies and state/federal guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

BLS certification

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Wyoming APRN license

Job description

MedHealth in Cheyenne, WY is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our medical team at the Laramie County Detention Center. You will provide high-quality patient care in a correctional setting, assess patient needs, and implement care plans while collaborating with multidisciplinary staff to ensure safe and effective health outcomes.

The role requires an active Wyoming APRN license, DEA, BLS, and at least one year of experience; correctional experience is preferred.