Travel Nurse Practitioner (NP) Hourly

Overview

The Travel Nurse Practitioner provides onsite medical care to inmates across various correctional facilities, covering for vacancies as needed. They assess acute and emergency complaints, develop treatment plans, and document care using EMR systems. The NP collaborates with physicians and mental health professionals and may determine the need for emergency offsite transfers. Responsibilities include participation in peer reviews, administrative meetings, and maintaining patient confidentiality. The role requires regular travel and adaptability to different work environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver medical care for acute and emergency conditions at various locations

• Evaluate, document, and treat patients in compliance with protocols

• Collaborate with physicians and assess psychiatric stability as needed

• Maintain HIPAA compliance and participate in quality and administrative programs

• Travel to different sites to support clinical operations and staffing needs

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• Completion of a master’s program in nursing (NPs)

EXPERIENCE

• Previous correctional/detention facility experience

• Minimum two (2) years’ experience

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Unrestricted current license, certification, or registration in state of practice

• Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc.

• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration

• Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS and PALS (where applicable) certification through AHA