Corrections Nurse Practitioner: Impactful Inmate Care

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver comprehensive medical services for incarcerated patients in Wisconsin. This role involves conducting routine and emergency medical care, ensuring proper documentation, and maintaining confidentiality. The ideal candidate holds an advanced Nurse Practitioner degree and has experience in medical/surgical or emergency care. Candidates should have scheduling flexibility for shifts and emergencies. The position features one 12-hour shift weekly with on-call compensation.

Qualifications

• A graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• An advanced degree in an approved and accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Prior medical/surgical and/or emergency/trauma experience preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in the corrections environment.
• Must maintain current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Conducts routine and emergency medical care for inmates.
• Adheres to established policies and procedures for medical care.
• Reports any concerns to the Medical Director or Health Services Administrator.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Provides input into facility mandatory committees as requested.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Emergency medical care

Documentation in SOAP format

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Advanced degree in an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

A healthcare provider is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver comprehensive medical services for incarcerated patients in Wisconsin. This role involves conducting routine and emergency medical care, ensuring proper documentation, and maintaining confidentiality. The ideal candidate holds an advanced Nurse Practitioner degree and has experience in medical/surgical or emergency care. Candidates should have scheduling flexibility for shifts and emergencies. The position features one 12-hour shift weekly with on-call compensation.