Nurse Practitioner/Rockville Correctional Center/Part-Time/Rockville, IN

ID: NP Rockville (20068314)
Location: Rockville, IN 47872 - US
Duration: Permanent - Full Time
Contact: Lynnette Haygood    Call: 4125390421
Posted: 08/04/2023

Job Description:
Wexford of Indiana LLC is a member of the Wexford family of companies: a group of one of the nation's leading innovative correctional health care companies. Wexford provides clients with experienced management; technologically advanced services; and programs that control costs while ensuring quality of care. For more than two decades, the Wexford companies have consistently delivered proven staffing expertise and a full range of medical, behavioral health, pharmacy, utilization management, provider contracting, claims processing, and quality management services.

At Wexford of Indiana LLC, our philosophy is that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need and the corrections environment is our venue.

Wexford Health has an exceptional opportunity for a Part-time (20 hours per week) Nurse Practitioner to join our team of healthcare professionals at the Rockville Correctional Center in Rockville, IN.

We’re proud to offer a competitive benefits package including:

Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave
Paid holidays
Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
Dental and Vision insurance
401(k) retirement saving plans
Company-paid short-term disability
Healthcare and dependent care spending account

POSITION SUMMARY

Under direct supervision of the designated Wexford Health manager and the Medical Director and clinical supervision of the Medical Director, an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner licensed in the state of assignment is responsible and accountable for evaluating and treating inmates upon referral and acts as a consultant to the nursing staff.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

The NP/PA shall provide a broad range of services to the center including assessment, identification and treatment of medical concerns, health education to patients, and illness and injury prevention.

Perform paraprofessional medical services to the inmate population and employees as appropriate.
Direct other less qualified health care employees in the delivery of care.
Perform duties of an advanced technical nature.
Assign, supervise, direct and train other health care personnel in their duties concerning patient care, personal hygiene, sanitation, etc.
Assist in supervising the serving and proportions of special diets.
Ensures proper medical practices are observed.
Examine for, recognize and interpret symptoms of patient conditions.
Participate in and assist in remedial measures and technical decisions based on sound medical practice and knowledge.
Order medications for inmates as required or with approval of physician or dentist.
Ensure appropriate supplies necessary for performance of duties are available.
Prepare patients for and perform or assist in special treatments, procedures and examinations.
Make infirmary rounds, cell house rounds and staff the screening areas as requested.
Perform historical and physical examinations.
Make oral and written reports when requested to do so.
Assist or perform with supervision, minor surgical procedures.
Enforce written policies and procedures of Wexford, the Health Care Unit and the facility.
Utilize the SOAP charting format to document pertinent inmate information in chronological order in the health record and maintains POMR format.
Orders appropriate diagnostic tests and procedures to effectively diagnose and treat the inmate’s health condition.
Draws blood specimens for testing and performing other comparable procedures when personnel that customarily perform these procedures are not available.
Initiates referrals to other members of the health care team, monitors the schedule of patients for special tests.
Counsels inmates on preventative care, medical problems, and use of prescribed treatment.
Performs routine wound care, minor debridement, and dressing changes.
Generally assesses inmate’s medical status and assists the assigned physician with inmate management as required.
Utilizes appropriate infection control techniques.
Establishes individualized treatment plans and insures the continuity of care for inmates requiring on-going health care services.
Completes required amount of C.E.U.’s and maintains RN/ARNP/PA licensure.
Maintain the confidentiality of inmate records.
Approach change in a positive manner.
Make suggestions for improving work conditions to the Medical Director and Health Care Unit Administrator.
Accept constructive criticism in stressful situations.
Assists with the orientation of new employees as requested or assigned.
Upon receiving the necessary training and/or instruction, perform other duties as required or assigned.
Conforms to Wexford Health Sources, Inc., and facility regulations as appropriate, to include, but not be limited to:

Dress code
Schedule/time sheet/time clock
Safety and security regulations
Procedure for sick leave/vacation time/education seminars

The duties and responsibilities outlined herein are for payroll purposes only; employees may be assigned other duties as required.



This Nurse Practitioner job opening last updated on 04/20/2023. Contact the employer using the Apply Online button or the information on this posting and mention you saw this job posting on NPJobSite.com.

Job Requirements:

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Standard medical setting in a correctional facility, which includes daily interfacing with inmates, correctional staff, and health care personnel. Temperature extremes may be encountered while moving throughout the facility outdoors and indoors in buildings without air conditioning.

The following requirements list the minimum to qualify. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.

TRAVEL: Minimal travel required.

LICENSING: Currently licensed as NP PA in the state of Indiana

CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification

EDUCATION: Certification from an accredited college/university as an Advanced Practice Nurse


Wexford Health Sources, Inc. Profile

CORE PURPOSE:To revolutionize health services, exceeding the ever-changing expectations of our clientsCORE VALUES:"R.A.I.S.E. the Standard"Responsive & innovative partner: Wexford Health listens to client needs and is quick to take action, offering new and alternative solutions that address the unique requirements of our clients and our industry.Adaptability & efficiency: Wexford Health is nimble and flexible, offering our clients dynamic, cost-effective solutions in response to ever-changing conditions and expectations.Integrity & ethics: Ethical conduct is part of the foundation of Wexford Health’s culture. We are committed to moral and principled business practices that drive our decision-making process.Superior service: We provide uncompromised, consistent service that exceeds expe...

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