Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in Southeastern Georgia

Job description

About the facility

The facility operates as a county jail clinic providing healthcare services to an incarcerated population. The clinic focuses on chronic care management and primary healthcare delivery within a correctional setting.

About the facility location

Georgia offers diverse outdoor attractions including state parks with hiking opportunities and nature exploration. The region features wine country destinations and entertainment venues, providing access to both mountain destinations and historic districts with recreational activities.

About the clinician's workday

The nurse practitioner will provide comprehensive primary care services 3-4 days per week from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, managing 10-15 patients daily with a focus on chronic care for a transient population. Responsibilities include conducting patient evaluations, developing treatment plans, and providing ongoing medical management. The position requires remote after-hours call coverage and board certification in Family Medicine. Prescriptive authority is required for this role.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 10-15 PPD
• Support staff: Nursing staff, medical assistants, and administrative support
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes