Nurse Practitioner

Naphcare, Inc.; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Prescription coverage

401K with company contribution

Tuition assistance

Referral bonuses

Term life insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education and CMEs

Job summary

NaphCare is hiring a Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) in Ocala, FL, to join our team caring for inmates at Marion County Jail. You will assess, diagnose, treat, prescribe, and respond to emergencies in a controlled, security-focused environment.

Role requires FL NP license, DEA registration, BLS, and collaboration with an on-site physician. Candidates with correctional or acute care experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• Advanced nursing education (Master's or Doctorate).
• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner in FL.
• Current DEA registration.
• Collaborative agreement with on-site Physician.
• Active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association preferred).
• Board certification recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties.
• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Conducting physical examinations, developing treatment plans and monitoring patients.
• Managing acute and chronic conditions such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes.
• Administering medications and providing instructions to patients.
• Monitoring and documenting patient health including vital signs and histories.
• Providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services.
• Responding to medical emergencies and ensuring timely transport to facilities.
• Educating patients on preventative care and healthy lifestyles.
• Understanding correctional facility security protocols while working with correctional officers.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and reporting relevant information.
• Conducting rounds and evaluating patients returning from off-site treatment.
• Admitting and discharging patients from the facility.

Education

Advanced nursing education (Master's or Doctorate)

Tools

DEA registration

Job description

Overview

NaphCare is hiring a Nurses Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) to join our team of medical professionals in Ocala, FL, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Marion County Jail.

As a Correctional Nurse Practitioner (NP), you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged including assessing, diagnosing and treating patients with a range of medical conditions and chronic illnesses, prescribe medications, respond to emergencies, etc. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

Responsibilities

Job Duties / Responsibilities

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) plays a critical role in our continued mission to provide quality care that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to:

• Conducting physical examinations, developing treatment plans and monitoring patients
• Managing acute and chronic conditions such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes.
• Administering medications and providing instructions to patients
• Monitoring and documenting patient health including vital signs, medical histories.
• Providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services.
• Responding to medical emergencies, providing first aid, and ensuring timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities.
• Educating patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention.
• Understanding and adhering to correctional facility security protocols, while working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals, to ensure the safety and well‑being of patients.
• Maintaining accurate medical records, documenting treatment plans, and reporting any relevant information.
• Conducting rounds, evaluating patients returning from off‑site treatment
• Admitting and discharging patients from the facility

Qualifications

Experience / Requirements / Qualifications

• Advanced nursing education (Master's or Doctorate)

• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner
• Must hold a current unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner in FL
• Current DEA registration
• An appropriate collaborative agreement with the on‑site Physician
• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association preferred)

• Be certified in a Board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
• Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Able to work independently and in a team
• Experience working in a correctional facility or acute care center is a plus
• Integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full‑Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

Want a better idea of what it’s like to work in a jail?See what our NPs do:

NaphCare - Life as a Nurse Practitioner - YouTube

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