Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - PRN
About The Position
Correctional Healthcare Partners (CHP) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care within a correctional setting. This role offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your license, providing comprehensive medical care to an underserved population while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. The APP will play a key role in improving patient outcomes, ensuring continuity of care, and supporting CHP’s mission of delivering accessible, quality healthcare.
Requirements
- Active and unrestricted NP license in the applicable state (for NPs)
- Board certification (FNP, AGNP, or related) (for NPs)
- Current DEA license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
- Active and unrestricted PA license in the applicable state (for PAs)
- Graduate of an accredited PA program (for PAs)
- NCCPA certification required (for PAs)
- Minimum 2–3 years of APP experience in primary care, urgent care, emergency medicine, or a related setting
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Ability to work independently within scope while collaborating with supervising physicians and interdisciplinary teams
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience in correctional healthcare or working with underserved populations preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive health assessments, including physical exams, medical histories, and diagnostic evaluations
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with state regulations and CHP protocols
- Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and lab results
- Provide patient education on disease prevention, health maintenance, and treatment plans
- Respond to medical emergencies and provide urgent care as needed
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, mental health clinicians, and custody staff to ensure coordinated care
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adherence to clinical protocols
- Support discharge planning and continuity of care upon release or transfer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
