What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant-Urgent Care Night Shift position at VITALCARE MEDICAL PRACTICE?
VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has an opening for a Full Time Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant at Urgent Care in Duane Waters Health Center in Jackson, Michigan!
At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.
NURSE PRACTITIONER / PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT FULL TIME BENEFITS PACKAGE:
- Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas DayMedicalDentalVisionHealth Savings AccountLife InsuranceShort Term/Long Term DisabilityIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program and Discount Center401K & Plan MatchingPTOAnnual Incentive BonusDependent Care Flexible Spending Account
NURSE PRACTITIONER / PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT POSITION SUMMARY
The Nurse Practitioner utilizes the medical model to meet a variety of healthcare needs with ambulatory care as their primary focus in a correctional environment. The Physician’s Assistant works with a variety of healthcare professionals/security officers in a correctional environment to provide basic medical services supervised by a licensed Physician. Night shift offers premium pay!
NURSE PRACTITIONER / PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Responds to and initiates care for medical emergencies throughout the facility.Identifies patient health problems and prescribes treatment under the direction of a physician.Implements medical care utilizing therapeutic regimens approved by a Physician.Provides education to inmate/patient, healthcare staff, and correctional staff.Documents all healthcare contacts.Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills. Follows security regulations for keys, sharps, and controlled medications.Delegates to and supervises other team members as appropriate.Adheres to Universal Precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.Attends training and meetings as required.Required to work every other weekend and half the holidays.7 PM-7 AM 36 hours/weekNURSE PRACTITIONER / PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Graduate of an accredited college/university NP / PA programMust possess current licenses or certifications in the state of employmentExperience in Correctional desired but not requiredMaintains required annual licensure and credentialing requirements for physician assistants / Nurse Practitioner in the healthcare unit.
VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.
Keywords: NP, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, PA, Correctional Medicine, Health Care