Correctional Medicine Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner Correctional Facility

Location: Maximum Security Male Correctional Facility, New York

Schedule: Monday Friday 7:00 AM 3:00 PM (8-hour shifts)

Coverage: Scheduled (No call) Overtime may be required

Security Note: No cell phones permitted on facility grounds

Clearance: Background check required

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide comprehensive primary care to adult male inmates in a maximum-security setting. The NP will serve as the primary care provider, managing both acute and chronic medical needs in collaboration with a licensed physician.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct physical exams and health assessments for male patients aged 18 and older


• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic illnesses within scope of practice


• Develop and implement patient care plans, in consultation with a supervising physician


• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to inform care decisions


• Document clinical findings, diagnosis, treatment plans, and follow-up recommendations


• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care


• Prescribe medications and therapeutic treatments according to NY State regulations


• Refer patients to specialists or external providers when necessary

Requirements:

• Active New York State Nurse Practitioner license


• Certification by the New York State Education Department in a Nurse Practitioner specialty


• Minimum of 1 2 years of relevant clinical experience (preferably in corrections, primary care, or underserved populations)


• Strong communication and clinical decision-making skills


• Ability to work independently in a secure facility setting