Nurse Practitioner - NP

Wellpath • Monroe, LA

392d • $130,722 - $159,771

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) at Wellpath is responsible for providing comprehensive medical services to incarcerated patients under the supervision of the Site Medical Director and other physicians. This role emphasizes caring for underserved populations, ensuring quality care, and maintaining accurate medical documentation. The NP will work in a collaborative environment, focusing on patient-centered care while adhering to established policies and state guidelines.

Requirements

• A graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• An advanced degree in an approved and accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Prior medical/surgical and/or emergency/trauma experience and corrections experience is preferred.
• Must have the patience and tact to deal with the inmate patient population and ability to work effectively in the corrections environment.
• Must have and maintain current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner within the state of employment.
• Must have and maintain current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• Scheduling flexibility to rotate hours and shifts as needed.
• Experience in corrections environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides medical care to inmates, including conducting exams, chronic care clinics, and infirmary rounds.
• Maintains accurate and legible progress note documentation in SOAP format and adheres to formulary guidelines.
• Responds to emergencies and makes logical decisions regarding non-formulary drugs or off-site referrals.
• Supports existing policies and procedures for admission, transfer, and specialty consultant referrals.
• Maintains confidentiality and provides input into facility committees as requested.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and 401k plan.
• DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it.
• Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Master's degree