Senior Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) - Detainee Care

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE); Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ICE IHSC seeks a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide direct detainee care, including evaluations, minor procedures, and medication prescriptions, under the supervision framework described. Responsibilities include coordinating referrals, ensuring policy compliance, mentoring APPs, and maintaining health records for detainees.

Candidates must hold an active NP or PA license and national certification; the role reports to the Supervisory APP or Clinical Director as applicable at

Qualifications

• Must hold a current NP or PA licensure in the United States.
• Current national certification through NCCPA or appropriate board for NP.
• CPR/BLS certification and ongoing professional development required.

Responsibilities

• Provide detainee care, including evaluations and minor procedures.
• Prescribe medications and coord referral to specialists.
• Mentor and supervise APP staff; ensure compliance with IHSC policies.
• Maintain medical records and communicate with care teams.

Skills

Superior communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Nurse Practitioner license (state)

ARC-PA or NCCPA certification

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

ICE IHSC seeks a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide direct detainee care, including evaluations, minor procedures, and medication prescriptions, under the supervision framework described. Responsibilities include coordinating referrals, ensuring policy compliance, mentoring APPs, and maintaining health records for detainees.

Candidates must hold an active NP or PA license and national certification; the role reports to the Supervisory APP or Clinical Director as applicable at