Nurse Practitioner - Correctional Care Expert

Health Advocates Network, Inc.; Taylorsville (NC); On-site; USD 112,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Health Advocates Network, Inc. is seeking a Nurse Practitioner in Taylorsville, North Carolina. This full-time position offers 40 hours per week in a correctional healthcare setting, with competitive local pay and 1099 contract options.

New hires will perform comprehensive patient assessments, diagnose conditions, order tests, and manage treatment plans under physician supervision. The ideal candidate has NC licensure, at least 2 years of NP experience, PSV verification, and current BLS and

Qualifications

• Current, valid, and unrestricted North Carolina license/certification in good standing, as required for the position.
• Minimum of 2 years +of recent experience as a Nurse Practitioner
• Copy of current, completed Primary Source Verification (PSV) from the appropriate licensing board or verification agency, if required.
• Copy of all current required certifications and compliance documents (e.g., BLS, N95 fit test, immunization records, TB test,...)

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, examinations, and medical histories.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic health conditions.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and laboratory results.
• Prescribe medications and develop individualized treatment plans within scope of practice.
• Educate patients and families on disease prevention, treatment options, and health maintenance.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Document patient encounters accurately in the EMR.
• Promote preventive care and wellness through patient education and screenings.
• Ensure compliance with clinical guidelines, facility policies, and regulatory standards.

Job description

Health Advocates Network, Inc. is seeking a Nurse Practitioner in Taylorsville, North Carolina. This full-time position offers 40 hours per week in a correctional healthcare setting, with competitive local pay and 1099 contract options.

New hires will perform comprehensive patient assessments, diagnose conditions, order tests, and manage treatment plans under physician supervision. The ideal candidate has NC licensure, at least 2 years of NP experience, PSV verification, and current BLS and