Family Nurse Practitioner (FNPs) or Physician Assistant (PAs)

NaphCare • Phoenix, AZ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to provide healthcare to individuals incarcerated in the Arizona Department of Corrections in Phoenix, Arizona. The role involves working in a controlled correctional setting alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals, assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with varied medical conditions and chronic illnesses, prescribing medications, and responding to emergencies. Pay ranges from $65.00 to $71.00 per hour, depending on shift, site needs, hire status, and experience. Full-time and part-time positions may be available.

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant contributes to NaphCare’s mission of providing quality care that protects the rights, dignity, and health of its patient population. The role requires adherence to correctional facility security protocols and healthcare policies, as well as maintaining patient confidentiality and accurate medical records. Physical demands include standing for extended periods, moving patients, and performing physically demanding tasks such as CPR.

Requirements

• Advanced nursing education at the master's or doctoral level.
• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner, including a current unrestricted license in the state.
• Current DEA registration.
• An appropriate collaborative agreement with the on-site Physician.
• Active BLS/CPR certification; AHA certification is required.
• Certification by a board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties.
• Strong organizational skills to track patient treatment plans and progress notes.
• Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable healthcare laws and regulations, and procedures for direct healthcare services.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including people with mental health or substance abuse issues.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information, act with integrity and professionalism, adhere to a Code of Conduct, and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening.
• Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances; and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a correctional facility or acute care center.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical examinations, develop treatment plans, and monitor patients.
• Manage acute and chronic conditions, including asthma, hypertension, and diabetes.
• Administer medications and provide instructions to patients.
• Monitor and document patient health, including vital signs and medical histories.
• Provide direct patient care, triage and assess patient needs, develop care plans, and coordinate services.
• Respond to medical emergencies, provide first aid, and ensure timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities.
• Educate patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention.
• Follow correctional facility security protocols and work with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals to ensure patient safety and well-being.
• Maintain accurate medical records, document treatment plans, and report relevant information.
• Conduct rounds and evaluate patients returning from off-site treatment.
• Admit and discharge patients from the facility.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance beginning on day one for full-time employees.
• Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan beginning on day one.
• Employee Assistance Program services.
• 401(k) and Roth plans with a company contribution beginning on day one.
• Tuition assistance.
• Referral bonuses.
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Free continuing education and CMEs.
• Educational growth opportunities and support for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time