Nurse Practitioner: Virginia Correctional Center for Women #00400

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Goochland, VA

8d•$124,984 - $176,129•Onsite

About The Position

This position functions as a medical health provider to inmates by performing initial and ongoing medical assessments, prescribing appropriate medication and/or mechanical measures to assist inmates with their medical needs, and assisting with preparation/modification of medical treatment plans. Assignments to other duties or locations may be necessary to meet the clinical and administrative needs of the Department.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school.
Licensed to practice in the State of Virginia as a Nurse Practitioner.
Extensive knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive healthcare measures.
Comprehensive knowledge of mental illness.
Comprehensive knowledge of current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) diagnostic criteria.
Knowledge of professional and ethical standards of practice and interventions appropriate for the assigned population.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a correctional environment.
Experience treating in a public health care setting.
Credentialing and experience in primary care ambulatory or hospitalist settings.
Ability for short term travel not anticipated to exceed 10% annually.

Responsibilities

Perform initial and ongoing medical assessments of inmates.
Prescribe appropriate medication and/or mechanical measures to assist inmates with their medical needs.
Assist with preparation/modification of medical treatment plans.
Function effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team.
Communicate effectively with staff.