Family Practice/Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Job Quick Facts:

• Ref : BD-353-72

• Profession: Nurse Practitioner

• Location: Troy, VA

• Service Setting: Correctional Facility

• Job Type: Contract

• Coverage Type: Clinical

• Start Date: ASAP

• Shift Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8a-430p

• Rate: $80-$90/hr

Requirements:

• Active VA license

• BC/BE

• DEA

• BLS/ACLS

• Must be autonomous

Responsibilities:

• Works independently with minimal supervision to perform physical examinations and preventive health measures.

• Responds to and initiates care for medical emergencies throughout the facility.

• Orders and performs diagnostic procedures.

• Prescribes controlled substances and devices in accordance with current regulations.

• Maintains accurate, detailed reports and records.

• Provides education to patient, healthcare and correctional staff.

• Performs care consistent with the scope of licensure and in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures.

• Additional duties as assigned by facility.