Nurse Practitioner DOC-Fulltime

Unity Health Care; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 119,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HRSA loan repayment

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Unity Health Care in Washington, DC is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the Department of Corrections team. Under supervision, you will provide comprehensive, culturally competent care to incarcerated individuals, focusing on preventive health and chronic disease management.

You will perform assessments, order tests, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with physicians and behavioral health specialists.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted District of Columbia Nurse Practitioner license.
• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Board eligible or nationally board certified in the applicable Nurse Practitioner specialty. Required board certification must be obtained within one year of hire.
• Current District of Columbia CDS registration and DEA registration, as required for prescribing responsibilities.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills.
• Knowledge of evidence-based medical practices, patient safety standards, and applicable healthcare regulations.
• Ability to assess and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Strong communication, organizational, documentation, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to provide culturally competent healthcare services to diverse patient populations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Ability to comply with Unity Health Care policies, applicable regulatory requirements, and Department of Corrections procedures.
• Willingness to participate in rotating on-call responsibilities and evening or weekend patient coverage when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments, physical examinations, and medical evaluations.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory studies, and screenings.
• Develop treatment plans, prescribe medications, and provide preventive healthcare services.
• Coordinate referrals to specialists, hospitals, and behavioral health professionals.
• Provide culturally competent, compassionate, and patient-centered care.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records, completing documentation within 48 hours.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical meetings, and patient safety activities.
• Support patient education, chronic disease management, and population health initiatives.
• Follow Unity Health Care policies, clinical guidelines, and correctional facility procedures.
• Participate in rotating on-call responsibilities and evening or weekend coverage when necessary.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Diagnostic skills

Treatment planning

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation (EMR)

Communication skills

Education

Nurse Practitioner program

DC NP license

Board certification eligibility

CDS/DEA registrations

Job description

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Department of Corrections Regular Full-Time Washington, DC, US

Salary: $132,000.00 Annually

Nurse Practitioner – Department of Corrections (DOC)

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner – Department of Corrections (DOC)
Location: Washington, DC
Organization: Unity Health Care
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Unity Health Care

Unity Health Care is a leading nonprofit healthcare organization dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to underserved communities throughout Washington, DC. Unity provides comprehensive healthcare services with a strong focus on health equity, accessibility, and improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Medical or Specialty Director, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides comprehensive, culturally competent, patient-centered healthcare services to individuals within the Department of Corrections (DOC). The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, treating, and managing acute and chronic medical conditions while promoting preventive care, patient education, and continuity of care.

This position requires strong clinical judgment, professional accountability, and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality care within a correctional healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct patient assessments, physical examinations, and medical evaluations.

Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.

Order and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory studies, and screenings.

Develop treatment plans, prescribe medications, and provide preventive healthcare services.

Coordinate referrals to specialists, hospitals, and behavioral health professionals.

Provide culturally competent, compassionate, and patient-centered care.

Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records, completing documentation within 48 hours.

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical meetings, and patient safety activities.

Support patient education, chronic disease management, and population health initiatives.

Follow Unity Health Care policies, clinical guidelines, and correctional facility procedures.

Participate in rotating on-call responsibilities and evening or weekend coverage as needed.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Current, unrestricted District of Columbia Nurse Practitioner license.

Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.

Board eligible or nationally board certified in the applicable Nurse Practitioner specialty. Required board certification must be obtained within one year of hire.

Current District of Columbia Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) registration and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration, as required for prescribing responsibilities.

Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills.

Knowledge of evidence-based medical practices, patient safety standards, and applicable healthcare regulations.

Ability to assess and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.

Strong communication, organizational, documentation, and clinical decision-making skills.

Ability to provide culturally competent healthcare services to diverse patient populations.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Ability to comply with Unity Health Care policies, applicable regulatory requirements, and Department of Corrections procedures.

Willingness to participate in rotating on-call responsibilities and evening or weekend patient coverage when necessary.

Why Join Unity?

Make a meaningful impact in the Washington, DC community.

Join a mission-driven organization focused on health equity and quality care.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

HRSA loan repayment and scholarship opportunities for eligible providers.

Collaborative and supportive work environment.