Correctional NP: Impactful Patient Care

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Eloy (AZ); On-site; USD 89,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for a correctional health setting. The NP will provide comprehensive care to incarcerated individuals within the scope of their license, including exams, diagnostics, health screenings, medication prescribing, and inmate education on prevention and treatment.

Minimum requirements include NP certification and state license, with preferred national NP certification and at least one year of NP and correctional experience.

Qualifications

• Current Nurse Practitioner certification and state license required.
• National NP certification (e.g., AANP/ANCC) preferred.
• One year NP experience preferred.
• One year correctional experience preferred.
• Collaboration agreements as per state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations, diagnostic testing, and health assessments.
• Prescribe medications and educate inmates on health prevention and treatment.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

CPR certification

Correctional health care

Education

NP Certification and state license

National NP certification preferred

Job description

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for a correctional health setting. The NP will provide comprehensive care to incarcerated individuals within the scope of their license, including exams, diagnostics, health screenings, medication prescribing, and inmate education on prevention and treatment.

Minimum requirements include NP certification and state license, with preferred national NP certification and at least one year of NP and correctional experience.