Nurse Practitioner - Philadelphia Pennsylvania

Company: YesCare Corporation
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Posted On: 04/28/2024

Experience & Requirements YesCare Midlevel APRNs provide direct care to inmates in the correctional institution and provide emergency care to staff while observing and maintaining the requirements of security Shift: Monday-Friday 1pm-9pm on call

• Provides appropriate health care to inmates
• Diagnoses and treats inmates within his/her scope of practice
• Performs routine history and physical (H&P) examinations where applicable
• Orders and, if necessary, performs laboratory studies, X-rays, examinations, and electrocardiograms, as appropriate
• Initiates consultation requests and non-formulary request with supervisory physician's approval
• Educates inmates relative to medical conditions, use of drugs, diet, weight control, effects of prescribed treatment, etc.
• Documents all patient contacts in medical record using Problem Oriented Medical Record format and SOAP charting
• Maintains confidentiality of medical records
• Orders medications while adhering to the established formulary
• Participates in the data collection of the CQI program and participates in the CQI committee, as needed
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested by supervisor Responsibilities
  • Graduate of an accredited program
  • Holds a current license to practice in the state where facility is located
  • Certified or eligible for certification in the scope of practice
  • Competent to perform responsibilities as defined by state's practice act
  • Maintains current CPR certificate About YesCare Health As the correctional healthcare pioneer and leader for 40 years,YesCareprovides client partners with high quality healthcare and reentry services that will improve the health and safety of our patients, break the cycle of recidivism and better the communities where we live and work. Join Our Talent Community ID 5 Job Locations US-PA-Philadelphia Category Nurse Practitioners Position Type Regular Full-time Shift / Schedule Weekday Evening Location ID 90704 More...

        

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