Nurse Practitioner - Correctional Health on Rikers Island

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services (CHS) seeks a skilled Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care within the New York City jail system. You will diagnose, treat, and manage patients with chronic illnesses, collaborating with physician leadership to ensure high-quality care.

Under the Site Medical Director, you will conduct histories, physicals, problem lists, and orders; coordinate consults and manage medications, with emphasis on population health and human rights in a

Qualifications

• Valid NYS license and current registration as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) in NYS.
• Current NYS NP certificate to practice as Nurse Practitioner (NP).
• BLS certification current and through American Heart Association (AHA).

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses.
• Provide comprehensive primary care including history taking, exams, and management.
• Order and interpret labs, imaging, and referrals; coordinate care with physicians.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

NY State license

BLS Certification

Education

New York NP certification

RN license

Job description

NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services (CHS) seeks a skilled Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care within the New York City jail system. You will diagnose, treat, and manage patients with chronic illnesses, collaborating with physician leadership to ensure high-quality care.

Under the Site Medical Director, you will conduct histories, physicals, problem lists, and orders; coordinate consults and manage medications, with emphasis on population health and human rights in a