Nurse Practitioner- Days
Wellpath, Lexington, KY, United States
How you make a difference
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) under the supervision of the Site Medical Director and other site Physicians offers a comprehensive range of medical services to incarcerated patients in accordance with established policy and state guidelines. They ensure documentation of services is provided to the Site Medical Director or designated monitor, communicate scheduling changes, and arrange coverage of medical services when needed.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Advanced degree in an approved and accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Experience
Prior medical/surgical and/or emergency/trauma experience; corrections experience preferred
Patience and tact to work effectively with the inmate patient population in a corrections environment
Scheduling flexibility: ability to rotate hours and shifts and be called for emergencies
Licenses / Certifications
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of employment
Current CPR certification
Key Responsibilities
Provide medical care to inmates, including conducting exams, chronic care clinics, and infirmary rounds
Maintain accurate and legible progress note documentation in SOAP format and adhere to formulary guidelines
Respond to emergencies and make decisions regarding non-formulary drugs or off-site referrals
Support existing policies and procedures for admission, transfer, and specialty consultant referrals
Maintain confidentiality and provide input into facility committees as requested
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, supporting overall wellbeing.
DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it
Tuition assistance and dependent scholarships
Employee Assistance Program with 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness, celebrating diverse backgrounds, and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are also an affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
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The Nurse Practitioner (NP) under the supervision of the Site Medical Director and other site Physicians offers a comprehensive range of medical services to incarcerated patients in accordance with established policy and state guidelines. They ensure documentation of services is provided to the Site Medical Director or designated monitor, communicate scheduling changes, and arrange coverage of medical services when needed.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Advanced degree in an approved and accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Experience
Prior medical/surgical and/or emergency/trauma experience; corrections experience preferred
Patience and tact to work effectively with the inmate patient population in a corrections environment
Scheduling flexibility: ability to rotate hours and shifts and be called for emergencies
Licenses / Certifications
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of employment
Current CPR certification
Key Responsibilities
Provide medical care to inmates, including conducting exams, chronic care clinics, and infirmary rounds
Maintain accurate and legible progress note documentation in SOAP format and adhere to formulary guidelines
Respond to emergencies and make decisions regarding non-formulary drugs or off-site referrals
Support existing policies and procedures for admission, transfer, and specialty consultant referrals
Maintain confidentiality and provide input into facility committees as requested
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, supporting overall wellbeing.
DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it
Tuition assistance and dependent scholarships
Employee Assistance Program with 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness, celebrating diverse backgrounds, and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are also an affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
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