Nurse Practitioner

Compensation $100,000 - $175,000/yr Position Overview At Corecivic, we do more than manage inmates; we care for people. Corecivic is currently seeking Advanced Registered Nurses who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner under the supervision of the facility physician provides advanced nursing services and patient care in the facility’s medical program to inmates/residents.

Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to include executing physician's orders, dispensing, and administering medications, performing examinations and treatment of patients, and performing a variety of procedures and treatments. Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient’s clinical problems and healthcare needs. Record physical findings, formulate prognosis based on patient’s condition, and discuss cases with physicians and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plans.

Recommend drugs and other forms of treatment within the scope of licensure. Monitor inmate/resident inpatient hospitalizations and ensure early release whenever appropriate. Verify the cleanliness of equipment and work area through own efforts and supervision.

Assist with monitoring the provision of all required contractual services. Maintain a good working relationship with facility staff, nursing staff, contract providers, and outside provider agencies. Utilize established corporate, facility, and correctional policies and procedures in making decisions, but use sound independent judgment in meeting responsibilities and performing duties.

Regularly evaluate the provision of medical services to prevent inappropriate use or duplication of services. Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records. Review medical files to determine all provided services are documented.

Closely monitor all potential catastrophic illnesses. Recommend methods of improving operational efficiency and cost effectiveness of health-related services. Audit pharmacy use for adherence to formulary, as directed or required.

Comply with all applicable pharmacy laws, especially those covering controlled substances. Observe and record inmate/resident behavior. Accept on‑call status.

Provide health counseling and health education on an individual or group basis, as required. Read, analyze, comprehend, and interpret medical and technical procedures, governmental regulations, legal and non‑legal documents, including processing of such documents as medical instructions, commitment orders, summons, and other legal writs. Review, process, and respond (via corporate counsel) to lawsuits; attend court hearings when necessary; conduct research of charts; review status of inmates/residents with serious health problems for completion of all necessary intervention and treatment.

Communicate effectively and coherently to administration, staff, inmates/residents, visitors, and the general public, particularly in situations requiring tact, diplomacy, understanding, fairness, firmness, and good judgment. Attend scheduled staff meetings, promote communications and the proper flow of relevant information in the medical unit. Participate in multidisciplinary committee meetings to promote and monitor quality of healthcare services.

Engage in functions in confined areas including working rotating shifts and physically checking doors, windows, and other areas to verify they are secure. Evaluate and recommend physical safety requirements necessary to provide a safe working environment for both patients and staff. Facilitate, where applicable, NCCHC/ACA/JCAHO accreditation of the medical program by providing the required level of efficiency and approved, appropriate medical services.

Prepare and disseminate safety and accident reports as required by policies and procedures; take appropriate action in cases of serious and unusual incidents and emergencies. Perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies, and disasters to include administering basic emergency medical aid. Establish and maintain effective working relations with others and handle difficult interpersonal contacts.

Be aware that verbal abuse may be present with the hostile views and opinions of inmates/residents and others encountered in an antagonistic environment. Qualifications Graduate from an accredited college or university’s nursing program with a degree and possess a current licensure and/or certification as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with training in family practice in the state of employment. One year of professional nursing experience required.

A valid driver's license is required. Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age. Corecivic is a Drug‑Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr