Job Description
Join the VitalCore Team in Virginia We're people fueled by passion, not by profit VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in correctional healthcare, has a full-time Monday-Friday position for a Nurse Practitioner II at Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women in Troy, VA. At VitalCore, we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff. NURSE PRACTITIONER POSITION SUMMARY The Nurse Practitioner (must be autonomous) utilizes the medical model to meet a variety of healthcare needs with ambulatory care as their primary focus while working with healthcare professionals/security officers to provide basic medical services in a correctional environment. NURSE PRACTITIONER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Responds to and initiates care for medical emergencies throughout the facility. Identifies patient health problems and prescribes treatment under the direction of a physician. Implements medical care utilizing therapeutic regimens approved by a Physician. Provides education to inmate/patient, healthcare staff, and correctional staff. Documents all healthcare contacts. Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills. Follows security regulations for keys, sharps, and controlled medications. Delegates to and supervises other team members as appropriate. Adheres to Universal Precautions and other appropriate infection control practices. Attends training and meetings as required. NURSE PRACTITIONER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Graduate of an accredited college/university NP program Must possess current licenses or certifications in the state of Virginia. Credentialled to work autonomously. Experience in Correctional desired but not required Maintains required annual licensure and credentialing requirements for Nurse Practitioner in the healthcare unit. VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $70.00 - $87.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Medical Specialty: Addiction Medicine Dialysis Geriatrics Hospital Medicine Internal Medicine Ob/Gyn Pain Medicine Primary Care Urgent Care Wound Care Supplemental Pay: Yearly bonus Application Question(s): This position requires the qualifications to work autonomously. Are you able to offer this experience? Work Location: In person