Nurse Practitioner (NP) Specialist

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Company paid life insurance

Tax-free Health Spending Accounts

Wellness program

Discounted home and auto loans

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Nurse Practitioner - Specialist to deliver comprehensive medical care in a correctional facility in Kansas City. The role emphasizes caring for underserved populations, autonomy, and a strong commitment to patient-centered services. Candidates should have an accredited nursing degree and a minimum of two years of relevant experience. The role offers comprehensive benefits, a supportive work culture, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing; Advanced Degree in an approved Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a correctional/detention facility.
• Current License and DEA registration required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care and adhere to established policies.
• Conduct health assessments and maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to improve patient care.

Skills

Patient care

Collaboration

Compassion

Emergency response

Confidentiality

Education

Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing

Advanced Degree in an approved Nurse Practitioner Program

Job description

We’​re on a path to better healthcare. Join us

We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner - Specialist to provide comprehensive medical care in a correctional/detention facility environment. This role supports underserved populations and promotes patient‑centered services.

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• 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 401(k), we foster a work‑life balance for team members and their families 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.

Why Us

Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved. Our team is driven by compassion and an unwavering commitment to providing quality care to the most vulnerable patients. We value collaboration, innovation, and the mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”.

Our mission supports the largest number of unique individuals in our facilities each month, and we have had lives saved—including through administering Narcan.

We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and provide best‑in‑class clinical resources.

How you make a difference

As a Nurse Practitioner – Specialist, you will provide comprehensive medical care to patients under the supervision of the Site Medical Director and other physicians, adhering to established policies and state guidelines. You will maintain a collaborative agreement, ensure accurate documentation, and coordinate schedule changes or coverage needs. You may also receive training in specialized areas such as Hepatitis C, HIV, Oncology, or Women’s Health.

Key Responsibilities

• Examine referred patients, conduct chronic care clinics, infirmary rounds, and sick call, ensuring progress notes are documented in SOAP format and aligned with therapeutic orders.
• Provide on‑site emergency care, respond to health emergencies, and collaborate with the Clinical Advisor to develop and implement appropriate treatment plans.
• Follow established formularies, use non‑formulary procedures only when necessary with proper documentation, and adhere to policies for infirmary admissions, emergency room transfers, and specialty referrals.
• Assume responsibility for clinical decisions, report concerns regarding care to leadership, and maintain strict patient confidentiality and privacy standards.
• Contribute to facility committees such as Pharmacy and Therapeutics or Medical Audit as requested, and perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing; Advanced Degree in an approved and Accredited Nurse Practitioner Program

Experience

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

Licenses/Certifications

• Unrestricted and Current License, Certification, or Registration in State of practice
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration
• Current lifesaving BLS and PALS (where applicable) certification through AHA

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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

If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.