Family Nurse Practitioner (PRN - Variable)

CHP Health • San Diego, CA

34d • $90 - $105 • Onsite

About The Position

Correctional Healthcare Partners (CHP Health) is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) for a PRN (as needed) position within the San Diego Adult Jails. CHP Health is dedicated to providing essential medical, mental health, and dental care to incarcerated individuals in California and Washington. This role involves providing comprehensive medical care in a correctional healthcare setting, collaborating with healthcare leadership and interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, evidence-based patient care that complies with all relevant standards and regulations. The Nurse Practitioner will deliver services in accordance with NCCHC, ACA, organizational policies, and accepted professional standards of practice.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the State of California.
• Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification (FNP-BC) required.
• Current DEA registration or eligibility to obtain.
• Collaborative practice agreement with an on-site physician, if required by law or organizational policy.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and general computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clinical systems and processes are followed in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with the HSA, Medical Director, and interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate patient care delivery.
• Utilize all functions and applications of the EHR relevant to the position and assist with staff training when requested.
• Communicate effectively with clinical, administrative, and operational teams at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrate professionalism, sound clinical judgment, emotional maturity, and adherence to ethical and professional standards.
• Participate in monthly, quarterly, annual, and other meetings as assigned.
• Provide comprehensive medical evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care for patients in a correctional healthcare setting.
• Conduct intake evaluations, sick call visits, chronic care appointments, and assessments within medical, mental health, and restricted housing units.
• Perform histories and physical examinations and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Manage acute and emergent medical conditions and provide immediate clinical intervention when necessary.
• Order, review, and interpret laboratory, diagnostic, and radiological studies.
• Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Provide clinical consultation and support to nursing and medical staff.
• Coordinate off-site specialty referrals and ensure continuity of care upon the patient's return.
• Participate in chronic care clinics and population health initiatives.
• Promote formulary compliance and appropriate medication utilization.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation, including SOAPE notes, progress notes, orders, and treatment plans.
• Support quality improvement, utilization management, infection control, and patient safety initiatives.
• Collaborate with custody staff, healthcare personnel, and facility leadership to promote safe and effective operations.
• Participate in emergency preparedness activities, disaster response efforts, and facility drills.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and mentoring of clinical staff as requested.
• Maintain strong professional relationships with internal teams, community providers, and external partners.
• Ensure compliance with all contractual, regulatory, accreditation, and organizational requirements.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continuing education activities.
• Support organizational initiatives and operational goals as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid sick leave
• Continuing education and professional development support, including license renewal and CME/CEU reimbursement where applicable
• Malpractice coverage for clinical roles
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level