in Roswell

CorrHealth•Portales, NM

1d•$120 - $125•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant works in collaboration with a physician to plan and evaluate patient health care, examine and treat illnesses and minor injuries, and work with facility health staff to implement appropriate patient care. The role reports to the Site Medical Director and/or Physician, Chief Medical Officer, and HSA. The position is performed on-site at a correctional facility for 24 hours per week, plus on-call. The employee must follow facility security policies and procedures and applicable laws, regulations, court orders, and professional standards. The employee is expected to treat coworkers, correctional personnel, inmates, and other parties with dignity and respect, and to maintain the confidentiality and security of health records and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Correctional or detention facility experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Chief Medical Officer and relevant authorities to assist with management of the site’s medical needs and responsibilities, taking 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 coordinate with health staff to ensure patients receive appropriate physical and mental health care.
Identify medical emergencies and provide appropriate emergency care, including arranging 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.
Document findings electronically using the SOAPE method.
Attend and participate in Quality Management and Peer Review meetings and activities.
Maintain required certifications, education, and licenses, including current CPR/BLS certification and a current TB test taken within one year.
Follow facility policies and procedures, the Employee Handbook, security requirements, and applicable laws, regulations, court orders, directives, and professional standards.
Assist coworkers with job duties and work overtime if required; may act as a resource to coworkers.
Maintain 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.
Pass a background check and pre-employment drug test, as applicable.