Nurse Practitioner — Mission-Driven Corrections Care

Wellpath; Frackville (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

401k

Work-life balance support

Job summary

Wellpath is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide medical services to incarcerated patients under supervision of the Site Medical Director. You will conduct exams, chronic care clinics, and infirmary rounds, documenting care and coordinating with the medical team.

The role requires NP licensure in the state, CPR certification, and ability to work in a corrections environment with flexible scheduling for emergencies and shifts. Comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Advanced degree in an approved Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current NP licensure in the state of employment.
• Current CPR certification.
• Corrections experience preferred.
• Scheduling flexibility for shifts and emergency coverage.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical care to inmates, including exams, chronic care clinics, and infirmary rounds.
• Maintains accurate SOAP progress notes and adheres to formulary guidelines.
• Responds to emergencies and makes decisions about non-formulary drugs or off-site referrals.
• Supports policies for admission, transfer, and specialty referrals.
• Maintains confidentiality and provides input into facility committees.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Advanced degree in an approved Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

Wellpath is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide medical services to incarcerated patients under supervision of the Site Medical Director. You will conduct exams, chronic care clinics, and infirmary rounds, documenting care and coordinating with the medical team.

The role requires NP licensure in the state, CPR certification, and ability to work in a corrections environment with flexible scheduling for emergencies and shifts. Comprehensive benefits are included.