Nurse Practitioner: Inmate Health & Autonomy

Wellpath; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 146,535 - 179,098; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

DailyPay

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company-paid life insurance

Tax-free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)

Wellness program

Discounts for home and auto loans

Job summary

A healthcare provider for incarcerated individuals in Wilkes-Barre seeks a skilled Nurse Practitioner to deliver comprehensive medical services within a correctional setting. This role involves providing care to underserved inmates, ensuring accurate documentation, and effectively responding to emergencies. The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree in nursing, relevant clinical experience, and a commitment to patient confidentiality. Excellent career growth opportunities and a supportive work culture are offered, along with various employee perks.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Advanced degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current Nurse Practitioner licensure in the state of employment.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care to inmates, including exams and chronic care.
• Maintain accurate progress note documentation.
• Respond to emergencies and manage non-formulary drug decisions.
• Support facility admission and referral policies.
• Maintain confidentiality and participate in committees.

Skills

Patient care in corrections

Emergency response

Medical documentation

Communication skills

Scheduling flexibility

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Advanced degree in an approved Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

A healthcare provider for incarcerated individuals in Wilkes-Barre seeks a skilled Nurse Practitioner to deliver comprehensive medical services within a correctional setting. This role involves providing care to underserved inmates, ensuring accurate documentation, and effectively responding to emergencies. The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree in nursing, relevant clinical experience, and a commitment to patient confidentiality. Excellent career growth opportunities and a supportive work culture are offered, along with various employee perks.