in Roswell

CorrHealth•Artesia, NM

1d•$120 - $125•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant works collaboratively with a physician to plan and evaluate patient health care, examine and treat illnesses and minor injuries, and coordinate with facility health staff to implement patient care. The position reports to the Site Medical Director and/or Physician, Chief Medical Officer, and HSA. The role is on-site at a correctional facility for 24 hours per week and includes on-call availability. The employee provides clinical care to patients, coordinates treatment with physicians and nursing staff, responds to emergencies, and maintains electronic documentation. The position operates within facility security requirements and applicable professional, legal, and organizational standards. Employees must preserve the dignity and confidentiality of inmates and health records, complete security training, and be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test, as applicable.

Requirements

Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in the state of employment.
Current DEA license.
At least one year of experience.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Current TB test taken within one year.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally with coworkers, supervisors, jail administration, and patients.
Strong verbal and written comprehension.
Strong deductive reasoning and problem-solving abilities.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to use a computer and use or learn various software, including site-specific programs.
Ability to appropriately and safely use standard medical equipment.
Ability to respect the dignity and confidentiality of inmates.
Ability to remain stationary and move throughout the facility, including up and down stairs, and position oneself in different spaces.
Ability to communicate with patients and exchange accurate information; ability to identify and detect objects and assess situations from a variety of distances.
Ability to remain calm in stressful and demanding situations.
Ability to frequently transport objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to comply with facility security requirements and pass a background check and pre-employment drug test, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Correctional or detention facility experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Chief Medical Officer and relevant authorities to help manage medical needs and responsibilities at the site; take direction from the Site Medical Director and/or Physician and Chief Medical Officer.
Hold daily sick call, examine patients, and carry out treatments.
Consult with a physician about non-emergency conditions outside protocol parameters.
Carry out physician orders and consult with health staff to ensure patients receive appropriate physical and mental health care as needed.
Identify medical emergencies, provide appropriate emergency care, and arrange transfer to an appropriate facility when necessary.
Admit patients and coordinate with nursing staff to develop treatment plans.
Perform annual physical examinations.
Order appropriate laboratory studies.
Classify appropriate worker status.
Perform wound treatment.
Provide discharge planning as required.
Electronically document findings using the SOAPE method.
Attend and participate in Quality Management and Peer Review meetings and activities.
Maintain required certifications, education, licenses, and CPR/BLS certification; maintain a current TB test taken within one year.
Follow facility policies and procedures, the Employee Handbook, security rules, applicable laws and regulations, court orders, administrative directives, and relevant professional standards.
Assist coworkers with job duties, work overtime if required, and potentially act as a resource to coworkers.
Protect the confidentiality, dignity, and security of health records and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA.
Complete security training and orientation on facility safety policies and procedures.
Treat team members, correctional personnel, inmates, and third parties with dignity and respect.
Pass a background check and pre-employment drug test, as applicable.