Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

3 days ago


Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States Wellpath Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team at a correctional facility. As a member of our healthcare team, you will provide high-quality medical care to inmates, working under the supervision of a Health Services Administrator or higher medical professional.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assess patients' medical, traumatic, and psychiatric issues and document all findings using the S.O.A.P method and EMR.
  • Respond to and deliver care according to protocols and procedures.
  • Evaluate and treat patients for acute care and emergency medicine complaints based on standardized procedures and protocols.
  • Consult with a physician for conditions outside protocol parameters and identify patients who require transfer to an Emergency Department.
  • Participate in Quality Management and Peer Review activities, attend administrative meetings, and provide clinical support for other services as needed.
Requirements
  • Completion of a master's program in nursing (NPs) or an accredited education program for PAs
  • Previous correctional/detention facility experience
  • Minimum two (2) years' experience
  • Unrestricted current license, certification or registration in state of practice - must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc.
  • Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration
  • Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS and PALS (where applicable) certification through AHA
About Us

Wellpath is a leading provider of healthcare services to correctional facilities and detention centers. We are committed to delivering high-quality medical care to our patients, while also providing a supportive and inclusive work environment for our staff.



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