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Nurse Practitioner
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NaphCare, Inc.
NaphCare is partnering with Everhealth to hire a
Correctional Nurse Practitioner (NP)
to join our team of medical professionals in
Fort Pierce, Florida
where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the St. Lucie County Jail.
As a
Correctional Nurse Practitioner (NP) , you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, your duties will include assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with a range of medical conditions and chronic illnesses, prescribing medications, responding to emergencies, and more.
Responsibilities
Conducting physical examinations, developing treatment plans and monitoring patients
Managing acute and chronic conditions such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes.
Administering medications and providing instructions to patients
Monitoring and documenting patient health including vital signs, medical histories.
Providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services.
Responding to medical emergencies, providing first aid, and ensuring timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities.
Educating patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention.
Understanding and adhering to correctional facility security protocols, while working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals, to ensure the safety and well‑being of patients.
Maintaining accurate medical records, documenting treatment plans, and reporting any relevant information.
Conducting rounds, evaluating patients returning from off‑site treatment
Admitting and discharging patients from the facility
Qualifications Education / Licenses / Certifications / Requirements
Advanced nursing education (Master's or Doctorate)
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner
Must hold a current unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner in Florida
Current DEA registration
An appropriate collaborative agreement with the on‑site Physician
Possess an active CPR certification
Be certified in a Board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
Experience / Skills
Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
Able to work independently and in a team
Experience working in a correctional facility or acute care center is a plus
Integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
Physical Capabilities Must have the 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 like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.
Benefits
Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
Lowest Cost Benefits!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
Tuition Assistance
Referral bonuses
Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
Generous paid time off & paid holidays
Free continuing education and CMEs
Send your resume to peyton.sims@naphcare.com after applying directly to the position to initiate the application process.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
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Nurse Practitioner
role at
NaphCare, Inc.
NaphCare is partnering with Everhealth to hire a
Correctional Nurse Practitioner (NP)
to join our team of medical professionals in
Fort Pierce, Florida
where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the St. Lucie County Jail.
As a
Correctional Nurse Practitioner (NP) , you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, your duties will include assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with a range of medical conditions and chronic illnesses, prescribing medications, responding to emergencies, and more.
Responsibilities
Conducting physical examinations, developing treatment plans and monitoring patients
Managing acute and chronic conditions such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes.
Administering medications and providing instructions to patients
Monitoring and documenting patient health including vital signs, medical histories.
Providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services.
Responding to medical emergencies, providing first aid, and ensuring timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities.
Educating patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention.
Understanding and adhering to correctional facility security protocols, while working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals, to ensure the safety and well‑being of patients.
Maintaining accurate medical records, documenting treatment plans, and reporting any relevant information.
Conducting rounds, evaluating patients returning from off‑site treatment
Admitting and discharging patients from the facility
Qualifications Education / Licenses / Certifications / Requirements
Advanced nursing education (Master's or Doctorate)
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner
Must hold a current unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner in Florida
Current DEA registration
An appropriate collaborative agreement with the on‑site Physician
Possess an active CPR certification
Be certified in a Board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
Experience / Skills
Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health care services.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
Able to work independently and in a team
Experience working in a correctional facility or acute care center is a plus
Integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
Physical Capabilities Must have the 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 like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.
Benefits
Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one
Lowest Cost Benefits!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
Tuition Assistance
Referral bonuses
Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
Generous paid time off & paid holidays
Free continuing education and CMEs
Send your resume to peyton.sims@naphcare.com after applying directly to the position to initiate the application process.
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
Follow Us: Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Advancing Correctional Healthcare | NaphCare
#J-18808-Ljbffr