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

Job description

About the facility

This correctional facility provides comprehensive healthcare services to the adult population in a secure environment with dedicated medical support staff. The facility operates with established protocols during regular business hours and maintains appropriate equipment and systems to deliver quality primary care services to patients requiring both routine and complex medical interventions.

About the facility location

Virginia offers diverse recreational activities including kayaking tours, photography excursions, whale watching, and cruises for visitors seeking water-based experiences. The area features outdoor entertainment options such as free movie screenings, mini golf, and water sports like kayaking and paddle boarding in the Potomac River. Local attractions include county fairs, artisanal food vendors along scenic routes, and access to natural areas like Shenandoah National Park for outdoor enthusiasts.

About the clinician's workday

The clinician will provide comprehensive family medicine services Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, managing 18-20 adult patients daily in a correctional facility setting. Clinical responsibilities include conducting patient evaluations, managing chronic medical conditions, and treating acute illnesses while maintaining accurate documentation using the Naphcare EMR system. The position requires no call coverage and involves working collaboratively with registered nurses and licensed practical nurses to ensure optimal patient outcomes within the correctional healthcare environment.

Additional job details

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