Correctional Nurse Practitioner — Forensic & Inmate Care

State-of-Iow; Coralville (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Medical and Classification Center delivers comprehensive clinical care to incarcerated patients, including medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment, with coordinated input from physicians, nurses, and mental health professionals.

Qualified candidates hold a Master’s Degree in Nursing with appropriate certification (CNS, CNM, NP, or ARNP) or a BSN with approved advanced practice clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Nursing and certification as a CNS, CNM, NP or ARNP; OR graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with satisfactory completion of an advanced practice program and approved clinical experience as per the Iowa Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and continuity of care for incarcerated patients in accordance with nursing standards.
• Coordinate patient care with physicians, nursing staff, mental health professionals, pharmacists, custody staff, and outside providers to ensure safe, effective care.
• Deliver patient education and maintain accurate, timely electronic health records.

Skills

Advanced Nursing Practice

Clinical Consultation

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Patient Education

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Iowa Medical and Classification Center delivers comprehensive clinical care to incarcerated patients, including medical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment, with coordinated input from physicians, nurses, and mental health professionals.

Qualified candidates hold a Master’s Degree in Nursing with appropriate certification (CNS, CNM, NP, or ARNP) or a BSN with approved advanced practice clinical experience.