Nurse Practitioner

Naphcare, Inc. • Des Moines, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring a Nurse Practitioner to provide healthcare to individuals incarcerated in the Polk County Jail in Des Moines, Iowa. The role works alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals in a secure environment, assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with a range of medical conditions and chronic illnesses, prescribing medications, and responding to emergencies. The position focuses on protecting patients’ rights, dignity, and health while providing care to people with complex medical needs.

Responsibilities include examining patients, developing and monitoring treatment plans, managing acute and chronic conditions, administering medications, documenting health information, triaging and coordinating care, responding to emergencies, educating patients, and following correctional security protocols. The Nurse Practitioner also conducts rounds, evaluates patients returning from off-site treatment, and admits and discharges patients.

NaphCare describes itself as one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities in the United States. It offers opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, supports educational growth and career advancement, and provides the listed benefits to full-time employees.

Requirements

• Advanced nursing education (Master's or Doctorate).
• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Current unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Iowa.
• Current DEA registration.
• An appropriate collaborative agreement with the on-site Physician.
• Active BLS CPR certification; American Heart Association certification is preferred.
• Certification in a board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties.
• Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable healthcare laws and regulations, and procedures for direct healthcare services.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Integrity, professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with facility correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening.
• Ability to stand for long periods; lift and move patients up to 50 pounds; bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks such as CPR while maintaining balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a correctional facility or acute care center.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical examinations, develop treatment plans, and monitor patients.
• Manage acute and chronic conditions, including asthma, hypertension, and diabetes.
• Administer medications and provide instructions to patients.
• Monitor and document patient health, including vital signs and medical histories.
• Provide direct patient care, triage patients, assess needs, develop care plans, and coordinate services.
• Respond to medical emergencies, provide first aid, and ensure timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities.
• Educate patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention.
• Follow correctional facility security protocols and work with correctional officers and healthcare professionals to support patient safety and well-being.
• Maintain accurate medical records, document treatment plans, and report relevant information.
• Conduct rounds and evaluate patients returning from off-site treatment.
• Admit and discharge patients from the facility.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
• Prescriptions at no charge through the health plan, beginning day one.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• 401(k) and Roth plans with company contribution starting on day one.
• Tuition assistance.
• Referral bonuses.
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Free continuing education and CMEs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time