Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner

Core Civic • NATCHEZ, MS

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About The Position

CoreCivic is seeking an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care to provide advanced nursing services and patient care to inmates/residents in the facility’s medical program. Under the supervision of the facility physician, the practitioner conducts primary healthcare services, manages chronic diseases, responds to emergencies, collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, maintains medical records and regulatory compliance, and supports professional development and staff education. The role requires the ability to perform the listed functions at a pace and level consistent with actual job performance requirements.

Requirements

• Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state or jurisdiction where the correctional facility is located.
• Strong assessment and diagnostic skills, with the ability to manage a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a challenging and dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience providing primary care or relevant experience in correctional or underserved populations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medical evaluations, physical examinations, and medical histories for incarcerated individuals.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses, injuries, and infections.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including prescribing medications, therapies, and interventions.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory work, radiological examinations, and screenings.
• Provide vaccinations, conduct health screenings, and promote preventive care.
• Perform basic technical skills such as suturing, splinting, and injections.
• Monitor and manage chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, asthma, HIV/AIDS, and Hepatitis C.
• Manage medications, including prescribing, adjusting dosages, and monitoring effectiveness.
• Educate patients about disease management, lifestyle modifications, and medication adherence.
• Collaborate with specialty care providers for consultations and referrals when necessary.
• Respond to facility medical emergencies by assessing, stabilizing, and providing necessary interventions.
• Coordinate with emergency medical services or arrange transfers to external medical facilities when required.
• Participate in emergency preparedness planning and training exercises.
• Collaborate with nurses, psychologists, psychiatrists, dentists, social workers, and other correctional staff to coordinate healthcare delivery.
• Communicate with healthcare team members and provide information, consultations, and referrals.
• Participate in case conferences, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
• Protect patient confidentiality and the security and privacy of medical records.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and professional ethical standards governing correctional healthcare.
• Stay current with developments in primary care, correctional medicine, and healthcare regulations.
• Engage in continuous professional development.
• Provide training and education to correctional staff on primary healthcare topics as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time