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

The area features university campus for walking and dining experiences, along with access to Virginia State Parks that offer diverse hiking trails and scenic views. Visitors can explore outdoor recreational activities including kayaking and paddle boarding on the Potomac River, mini golf, and outdoor movie screenings at The Wharf. The region provides access to both Shenandoah National Park's mountain terrain and extends to coastal areas, offering varied geographical experiences within the state.

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