Nurse Practitioner (NP) - PRN

Nurse Practitioner (NP) - PRN

Location

US-OR-Oregon City

ID

2025-25892

Category

Nursing

Position Type

PRN

Recruiter : Email

justin.daniels@naphcare.com

Overview

NaphCare is partnering with Everhealth to hire a PRN Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team of medical professionals in Oregon City, Oregon, where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Clackamas County Jail.

Pay rates range from $77.90- $80.00 an hour based on type of license, certification, shift, site needs, licensure, and experience.

As a Correctional Nurse Practitioner (NP) , you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged including assessing, diagnosing and treating patients with a range of medical conditions and chronic illnesses, prescribe medications, respond to emergencies, etc. This is a unique position where you can make a difference to this diverse population of patients with complex medical needs.

Responsibilities

Job Duties / Responsibilities

The Nurse Practitioner plays a critical role in our continued mission to provide quality care that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and are not limited to :

Conducting physical examinations, developing treatment plans and monitoring patients

• Managing acute and chronic conditions such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes.
• Administering medications and providing instructions to patients
• Monitoring and documenting patient health including vital signs, medical histories.
• Providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services.
• Responding to medical emergencies, providing first aid, and ensuring timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities.
• Educating patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention.
• Understanding and adhering to correctional facility security protocols, while working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals, to ensure the safety and well-being of patients.
• Maintaining accurate medical records, documenting treatment plans, and reporting any relevant information.
• Conducting rounds, evaluating patients returning from off-site treatment
• Admitting and discharging patients from the facility

Qualifications

Education / Licenses / Certifications / Requirements

Experience / Skills

Physical Capabilities :

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US, and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time! In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we have opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, promote educational growth, and strongly support career advancement within the company.

Want a better idea of what it's like to work in a jail? See what our NPs do :

NaphCare - Life as a Nurse Practitioner - YouTube

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare, apply directly to the position to initiate the application process , and I'll be in touch.

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