Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven organization focused on making a difference in the lives of underserved populations. As a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, you'll play a vital role in providing comprehensive care to inmates, addressing both medical and behavioral health needs. Working under experienced medical professionals, you will have the autonomy to assess, plan, and implement patient care while ensuring compliance with regulations. This position offers excellent career growth opportunities and a supportive environment that prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Embrace the chance to contribute to a meaningful cause while enjoying a range of benefits that support your well-being.

Benefits

DailyPay

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company Paid Life Insurance

Tax Free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)

Wellness Program

Discounted Rates for Home and Auto Loans

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing or accredited PA program required.
• Unrestricted license in state of practice and DEA registration needed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care according to protocols and evaluate patients for acute care.
• Document findings using S.O.A.P method and participate in quality management.

Skills

Patient Care

Emergency Medicine

Behavioral Health

Quality Management

Documentation (S.O.A.P method)

Education

Master's program in Nursing (NP)

Accredited education program for PAs

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

BLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

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Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved
• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture
• Excellent career growth opportunities

Join us and find a career that supports:
• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Autonomy in a warm team environment
• Growth and training

Perks and Benefits
In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work-life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including:
• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!
• Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
• Company paid life insurance
• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.

How you make a difference

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Health Services Administrator, Program Manager, or higher medical professional. They assist the Physician in all medical care and treatment of the inmate population, including behavioral health disorders. The role includes coordinating the patient plan of care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in compliance with all agency, local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to and deliver care according to protocols and procedures.
• Evaluate and treat patients for acute care and emergency medicine complaints based on standardized procedures and protocols.
• Consult with a physician for conditions outside protocol parameters and identify patients who require transfer to an Emergency Department.
• Assess patients' medical, traumatic, and psychiatric issues and document all findings using the S.O.A.P method and EMR.
• Participate in Quality Management and Peer Review activities, attend administrative meetings, and provide clinical support for other services as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Completion of a master’s program in nursing (NPs) or an accredited education program for PAs

Experience

• Previous correctional/detention facility experience
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience

Licenses/Certifications

• Unrestricted current license, certification or registration in state of practice - must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc.
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration
• Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS and PALS (where applicable) certification through AHA

Additional Details

This is an On-Site Position: Monday-Friday; No on call required 0700 am-0330 pm or 0800 am-0430 pm. Pay Range is $95-$100 hourly (Salaried position) depending on Years of Experience.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.