Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Clinic in Lawrenceville, Virginia

Job description

About the facility

This correctional facility provides comprehensive healthcare services to the adult population in a secure environment with dedicated nursing support staff. The facility operates with established protocols during regular business hours and utilizes the Naphcare EMR system for patient documentation and care coordination.

About the facility location

This area offers diverse attractions ranging from coastal destinations like Sandbridge Beach and the Beach Boardwalk to mountainous regions including Shenandoah National Park with notable hiking trails such as Humpback Rocks and Crabtree Falls. Visitors can explore historical sites like Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Mount Vernon, or enjoy theme parks such as Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Kings Dominion. The region combines outdoor recreation opportunities with cultural and historical experiences, featuring natural landmarks like Natural Bridge alongside military installations such as Naval Station Norfolk.

About the clinician's workday

The nurse practitioner will provide comprehensive family medicine services in a correctional facility setting, managing 18-20 patients daily Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with potential for four 10-hour shifts. Clinical responsibilities include conducting thorough patient evaluations, managing chronic medical conditions, providing preventive healthcare services, and treating acute illnesses while maintaining accurate documentation in the Naphcare EMR system. The position requires Virginia licensure and DEA registration for autonomous practice with no call requirements, collaborating with registered nurses and licensed practical nurses to ensure optimal patient outcomes within the correctional healthcare delivery framework.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 18-20
• Support staff: RNs, LPNs
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes