Nurse Practitioner, Correctional Health – Direct Care

California Correctional Health Care Services; Madera (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley State Prison (VSP) in Chowchilla, CA is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (CF) to assess and manage the health care needs of patients across ambulatory, inpatient, and specialized settings. You will perform exams, procedures, and interpret labs/imaging under supervision of the Chief Physician and Surgeon.

The role includes patient education on physical and mental health, possible call duties with physician backup, and access to a dedicated correctional health care environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage the health care needs of patients in ambulatory, inpatient, and specialized clinical settings.
• Perform physical examinations and therapeutic procedures; interpret routine laboratory and imaging results.
• Educate and counsel patients regarding physical and mental health matters.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Job description

Valley State Prison (VSP) in Chowchilla, CA is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (CF) to assess and manage the health care needs of patients across ambulatory, inpatient, and specialized settings. You will perform exams, procedures, and interpret labs/imaging under supervision of the Chief Physician and Surgeon.

The role includes patient education on physical and mental health, possible call duties with physician backup, and access to a dedicated correctional health care environment.