Correctional Nurse Practitioner: Impactful Jail Healthcare

Naphcare, Inc.; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision insurance

401K and Roth

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

CE/CMEs

Referral bonuses

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. is hiring a Nurse Practitioner for the Forsyth County Jail in Winston-Salem, NC.

You will work with correctional officers and medical staff to provide comprehensive care to incarcerated individuals, including assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and medication management in a high-security setting. This role requires NC NP licensure, DEA registration, BLS certification, and ABMS board certification.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in nursing required.
• Current Nurse Practitioner license in North Carolina.
• Active DEA registration.
• Active BLS CPR certification.
• Board certification by ABMS recognized board.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical examinations and develop treatment plans.
• Manage acute and chronic conditions (e.g., asthma, hypertension, diabetes).
• Administer medications and provide patient instructions.
• Monitor and document patient health and vital signs.
• Provide direct patient care, triage, assess needs, and coordinate services.
• Respond to emergencies and arrange transport to facilities.
• Educate patients on preventive care and healthy living.

Skills

Advanced nursing education

Nurse Practitioner license

DEA registration

BLS CPR Certification

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Master's or Doctorate in nursing

Tools

Collaborative agreement with on-site Physician

Job description

NaphCare, Inc. is hiring a Nurse Practitioner for the Forsyth County Jail in Winston-Salem, NC.

You will work with correctional officers and medical staff to provide comprehensive care to incarcerated individuals, including assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and medication management in a high-security setting. This role requires NC NP licensure, DEA registration, BLS certification, and ABMS board certification.