Float Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Full Time

VitalCore Health Strategies; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K & Plan Matching

Annual Incentive Bonus

PTO

Long Term Disability

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401K & Plan Matching

PTO

Annual Incentive Bonus

Dependent Care FSA

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant located in Jackson, Michigan. The role involves responding to medical emergencies, prescribing treatment, and providing education in a correctional environment. Ideal candidates will have graduated from an NP/PA program and possess necessary licensures, with preferred experience in correctional healthcare. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to make a difference in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Possess current licenses or certifications in Michigan.
• 5 years of correctional experience with the MI DOC is required.
• Experience in correctional health is preferred.
• Willingness to travel to Jackson-area sites.

Responsibilities

• Responds to medical emergencies throughout facilities.
• Identifies patient health problems and prescribes treatment.
• Provides education to inmates, healthcare staff, and correctional staff.
• Documents all healthcare contacts.
• Supervises other team members as appropriate.
• Adheres to infection control practices and safety policies.
• Travels to visit sites throughout the Jackson area (travel expenses covered).

Skills

Emergency care response

Patient education

Documentation skills

Infection control practices

Emergency response

Documentation

Staff supervision

Education

Graduate of an accredited NP / PA program

Job description

Join the VitalCore Team in Michigan!

We’re people fueled by passion, not by profit.

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care has an opening for a Full Time FloatNurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant in Michigan!

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first‑hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
• 401K & Plan Matching
• PTO
• Annual Incentive Bonus
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

SUMMARY

The Nurse Practitioner utilizes the medical model to meet a variety of healthcare needs with ambulatory care as their primary focus in a correctional environment. The Physician’s Assistant works with a variety of healthcare professionals/security officers in a correctional environment to provide basic medical services supervised by a licensed Physician. This position will be a floating position to cover sites as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responds to and initiates care for medical emergencies throughout the facilities in the Jackson area.
• Identifies patient health problems and prescribes treatment under the direction of a physician.
• Implements medical care utili
• Provides education to inmate/patient, healthcare staff, and correctional staff.
• Documents all healthcare contacts.
• Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills. Follows security regulations for keys, sharps, and controlled medications.
• Delegates to and supervises other team members as appropriate.
• Adheres to Universal Precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.
• Attends training and meetings as required.
• Travel required to visit sites throughout the Jackson area-any travel expenses will be covered.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of an accredited college/university NP / PA program
• Must possess current licenses or certifications in the state of employment
• Experience in Correctional desired but not required
• Maintains required annual licensure and credentialing requirements for physician assistants / Nurse Practitioner in the healthcare unit.
• Must have 5 years correctional experience with the MI DOC.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Keywords: NP, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, np, ARNP