Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

MTC•Chaparral, NM

9d•$130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Lead with Compassion in a Unique Setting - Take on a rewarding role at the Otero County Processing Center in Chaparral, New Mexico. We are seeking healthcare professionals who thrive in diverse environments and are committed to delivering high-quality care to underserved populations. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in correctional healthcare, we want you on our team! What you'll do: You'll report administratively to the health services administrator and clinically to the medical director. Responsible for providing mid-level provider care of specific patients under the direction of a physician. Follows established standards, procedures, and practices and gives specific patient care direction to nursing and other clinical and administrative staff in compliance with MTC Medical and customer directives.

Requirements

Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner: Graduate of a Master of Nursing program. Successful completion of certification. Current licensure in the state of New Mexico or compact state as an Advanced Practice Nurse.
Physician Assistant: Graduate of a CAHEA approved Physician Assistant training program is required. Successful completion of certification. Current licensure in the state of New Mexico or compact state as a Physician Assistant.
Current DEA registration unless state practice regulations permit other prescribing arrangements under supervision
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Valid driver’s license in the state of New Mexico or Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated competency as an Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner through previous experience is preferred.
Demonstrated competency as a Physician Assistant through previous experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
Provide direct patient care, evaluate outcomes, consult with specialists as required and adjust treatment processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care.
Perform CPR when necessary.
Monitor medical condition of patients and report and document changes appropriate to scope of practice.
Diagnose and treat patients appropriately, exercising independent judgment, initiating an effective course of action.
Perform daily information rounds and prepare notes on inmates assigned to medical housing.
Perform basic procedures including thermal applications, non-sterile soaks, application of dressings and casts.
Order diagnostic and therapeutic services and assess efficiency, documenting results and making needed changes.
Consult with facility medical director in a collaborative and cooperative relationship.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive charting on patient medical records.
Enhance professional development through participation in educational programs, in-service and workshops.
Attending scheduled staff meetings, promote communications and proper flow of relevant information in the medical unit.
Utilize established corporate, facility and corrections policies and procedures in making decisions, while using sound independent judgment in performing the duties of the position.
Implement basic cost containment and utilization management for patient care and facility operations.
Maintain security and confidentiality of all patient medical records; observes applicable HIPAA rules.
Closely monitor all potential catastrophic illnesses.
Comply with all applicable pharmacy regulations, especially those covering controlled substances.
Assist corporate counsel with responses to inmate lawsuits.
Facilitate, where applicable, NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO accreditation of the medical program by providing the required level of efficiency and approved appropriate medical services.
Comply with requirements of applicable regulations, laws, policies, standards and contracts.
Perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters to include administering basic emergency medical aid, physically removing people away from dangerous situations, and securing and evacuating people from confined areas.
Maintain equipment and supplies.
Promote the development of positive social skills among staff and inmates through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed.
Maintain accountability of inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.
Regular attendance is required.