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Nurse Practitioner | Family Practice
Location: Waverly, VA
Employer: Adelphi Locums
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: 5 days x 8 hours
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Family Practice NP in Waverly, Virginia, 23890!
Adelphi is seeking an Autonomous Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide examinations and preventive health services at a correctional facility in Virginia. The ideal candidate will be required to assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement care plans, and maintain medical records.
Job Quick Facts:
• Ref#: BD-353-85
• Profession: Nurse Practitioner II
• Location: Waverly and Haynesville, Virginia
• Service Setting: Correctional Facility
• Job Type: Contract
• Coverage Type: Clinical
• Start Date: ASAP
• Shift schedule: Mon-Fri, 5x8-hour shifts or 4x10-hour shifts
Requirements:
• Active Virginia license
• NC License
• DEA certification
• BLS/ACLS certification
Responsibilities:
• Works independently with minimal supervision to perform physical examinations and preventive health measures.
• Responds to and initiates care for medical emergencies throughout the facility.
• Order and perform diagnostic procedures.
• Prescribe controlled substances and devices in accordance with current regulations.
• Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
• Provides education to patient, healthcare, and correctional staff.
• Additional duties as assigned by facility.
Contacts are made with patients in the provision of care and more limited contact with physicians for their consultation.
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