What are the responsibilities and job description for the Primary Care Provider for Incarcerated Individuals position at TEEMA?
Job Description
TEEMA is seeking a skilled and experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our correctional healthcare team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive healthcare services to incarcerated individuals within our correctional facility.
The role requires strong clinical skills, including the ability to conduct thorough health assessments, evaluate and diagnose various medical conditions, and develop effective treatment plans.
The ideal candidate will also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations and interdisciplinary teams.
This is a great opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care in a correctional setting.
Main Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive healthcare services to incarcerated individuals.
- Conduct thorough health assessments, including physical examinations and medical history reviews.
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat various acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Prescribe medications and treatments as appropriate, following state regulations and facility policies.
- Perform minor medical procedures, such as wound care and administering injections.
- Monitor and manage chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, and mental health disorders.
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to coordinate care and ensure continuity of services.
- Respond to medical emergencies and provide timely interventions.
- Educate patients on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-management strategies.
- Document patient encounters, assessments, treatments, and follow-up care accurately and thoroughly.
