What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Nurse Practitioner position at Armor Correctional Health Services?
OverviewGreat outcomes start with great people and Armor has an exciting opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner to join our team at Bell County Jail in Belton, TXResponsibilities
- Under indirect supervision, provide independent primary care in a correctional healthcare setting to a specified population of non-emergency patients
- Perform medical examinations and evaluations, diagnoses, treatment, follow-up consultation, and health education
- Obtain patient histories and develop patient care treatment plans, ensuring completeness and accuracy using the POMR format
- Supervise and / or coordinate the activities of patient care and / or support staff
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions
- Prescribe medications and other treatments
- Participate in planning programs and in developing specific health polices and proceduresQualifications
- Current license as a Nurse Practitioner
- Current CPR certification, ACLS certification preferred
- Two (2) years of experience as a NP
- Proficient with electronic medical records
- Ability to pass pre-employment Level 2 clearance to include background check and drug screenAt Armor Health we are raising the standard of care to impact the lives of those we serve by partnering with exceptional correctional organizations to improve health care outcomes. We provide support for patients and foster the holistic wellness and well-being of the lives entrusted in our care. Armor is laser-focused on providing the best-in-class interventions to ensure optimal outcomes. Through our core values of embracing change, taking ownership, attention to detail, a sense of urgency, and a results oriented collaborative environment, we are a dynamic team that is transforming and revolutionizing correctional healthcare.Armor Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all qualified employees and applicants. We comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including but not limited to those that prohibit discrimination based on color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, immigration status, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran's status, and citizenship.
