Nurse Practitioner - Correctional Health Specialist

VitalCore Health Strategies; Woodville (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Employee Assistance Program

401K Plan Matching

Paid Time Off

Annual Incentive Bonus

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies in Mississippi is seeking a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner for Wilkinson County Correctional Facility in Woodville. The NP will deliver ambulatory medical care in a correctional setting under physician supervision, focusing on prompt, quality patient care for inmates.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and requires graduation from an accredited NP/PA program with current state licensure. Correctional experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program.
• Must possess current licenses or certifications in this state.
• Correctional experience is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Responds to and initiates care for medical emergencies throughout the facility.
• Identifies inmate health problems and prescribes treatment under direction of a physician.
• Implements medical care utilizing therapeutic regimens approved by a Physician.
• Provides education to inmate, patients, healthcare, and correctional staff.
• Documents all healthcare contacts.
• Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills.

Education

Graduate of NP/PA program

Job description

VitalCore Health Strategies in Mississippi is seeking a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner for Wilkinson County Correctional Facility in Woodville. The NP will deliver ambulatory medical care in a correctional setting under physician supervision, focusing on prompt, quality patient care for inmates.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and requires graduation from an accredited NP/PA program with current state licensure. Correctional experience is preferred but not required.