Nurse Practitioner

CFG Health; Mount Holly Township (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

CFG Health is seeking a part-time Nurse Practitioner for the Burlington County Jail in Mount Holly, NJ. You will provide comprehensive ambulatory care to inmate patients, collaborating with medical and correctional staff to ensure safe, patient-centered treatment.

The role requires NP certification, NJ RN license, and DEA/CDS licenses, with weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday) and on-call availability. The position emphasizes adherence to regulatory and facility standards and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice.
• Certified Nurse Practitioner in state of practice.
• Current DEA, CDS, and DEA-X licenses.
• Minimum 2 years of direct patient care as NP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document medical evaluations in accordance with standards.
• Assess mental and physical health status based on symptoms.
• Develop individualized treatment plans addressing patient needs.
• Prescribe medications within state regulations and CFG formulas.
• Monitor and manage patient medications and adherence.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, and nursing staff.
• Document patient histories, assessments, and transfer orders.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical assessment

Decision making

Independent work

Interpersonal communication

Patient service

Electronic documentation

Basic computer skills

Education

RN license (NJ)

NP certification

DEA/CDS licenses

Tools

EMR/EHR system

Job description

Position SummaryThe Nurse Practitioner, part time, at Burlington County Jail, Mount Holly, NJ provides comprehensive, ambulatory care to inmate patients while maintaining professional nursing standards. NPs work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and correctional staff to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care. Inmates often have limited prior access to healthcare, allowing NPs to address a wide range of conditions from minor ailments to complex or chronic illnesses. Care is delivered in compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and facility standards. 4 hours weekends (Saturday & Sunday)Job RequirementsEducation & LicensureGraduate of an accredited school of nursingCurrent, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice (maintain copy on file)Certified Nurse Practitioner in the state of practiceCurrent DEA, CDS, and DEA-X licensesExperienceMinimum 2 years of direct patient care as a Nurse Practitioner preferredSkills & CompetenciesStrong critical thinking, clinical assessment, and decision-making skillsAbility to work independently and collaboratively within a teamAssertive, empathetic, and objective in-patient careExcellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skillsBasic computer proficiency and accurate electronic documentation skillsAbility to command respect and confidence of inmates and staffActive Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationFunctional DemandsAbility to pass required health and screening testsAvailability for nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call duties as requiredOrganizational ExpectationsRepresent CFG Health Systems professionally and positivelyPromote a culture of safety for patients and staff through proper reporting and preventionMaintain competency and stay current with nursing standards, trends, and best practicesAdhere to infection control, medication administration, and controlled substance protocolsParticipating in quality improvement initiatives and required training/orientationComply with HIPAA, PREA, OSHA, and facility-specific safety policiesMaintain assigned facility security clearance and punctualityJob ResponsibilitiesPerform and document medical evaluations in accordance with NCCHC, NJ 10-A, ACA, and PBNDS standardsAssess mental and physical health status based on presenting symptoms and complaintsDevelop individualized treatment plans that address patient needs, enhance strengths, involve patients in planning, and include relapse prevention strategiesPrescribe medications within state regulations and CFG formulasMonitor and manage patient medications and adherenceCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, psychologists, and nursing staff, to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plansDocument patient histories, physical assessments, discharge summaries, and transfer orders accurately and timelyOrganizational ExpectationsProvides a positive and professional representation of CFG Health Systems, LLC.Promotes a culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and preventionMaintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practiceAdheres to infection control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulationsParticipate in ongoing quality improvement activitiesCompletes required orientation as directed by the facilityFollows facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignmentFollows facility and CFG Health Systems Occurrence ProtocolUpholds HIPAA and PREA regulationsPunctual and dependable for assigned/confirmed shiftsMaintains security clearance for the assigned facilityPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon written request to your supervisor for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities functions.May regularly be required to stand, sit, walk, reach, bend, kneel, crouch, or stretch, for prolonged periods of time.Ability to communicate and understand written and verbal communication.The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Job_Number: 7043#LI-DT1