Nurse Practitioner – Correctional Healthcare
Updated 10/22/26
$70.00
– $78.00
hourly
43724, Caldwell, Ohio, United States
Nurse Practitioner
Family Practice/Primary Care
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
Other
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Inpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Job Type: Full-Time Contract
Pay rate: $70- $78\hr. on W2
Duration: At least 6 months, with potential for extension
Hours: 40 hours per week
Schedule: Day Shift, Monday–Friday
Start Date: TBD, upon completion of credentialing
Benefits: Malpractice Insurance, Health Insurance, Free Parking, Paid Orientation
The ideal candidate will be licensed to practice in Ohio and have at least 1 year of Nurse Practitioner experience in a primary care or hospital medicine setting. The position involves providing on-site medical care to an adult male patient population.
o Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses within the scope of practice.
o Perform routine physical examinations and evaluate patients' overall health and medical conditions.
o Prescribe medications and administer appropriate treatments.
o Provide vaccinations and other preventive healthcare services as indicated.
o Perform minor procedures and surgeries within the provider's training, experience, and scope of practice.
o Evaluate patients for specialty referrals and determine the need for consultations inside or outside the facility.
o Review specialty consultation reports and follow up on recommended treatment plans.
o Order, review, and interpret laboratory tests, X-rays, and other diagnostic studies as appropriate.
o Provide routine and emergency medical care.
o Conduct rounds on patients requiring inpatient or infirmary-level care, as needed.
o Obtain comprehensive medical histories and perform appropriate assessments.
o Accurately document patient assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up recommendations.
o Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans based on clinical findings.
o Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
o Participate in quality assurance and clinical oversight activities.
o Provide patient education regarding disease management, medications, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle practices.
o Maintain compliance with applicable clinical, legal, and professional standards.
o Perform other duties within the scope of practice as assigned.
o Current and active Ohio Nurse Practitioner license.
o Minimum 1 year of NP experience in primary care or hospital medicine.
o Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP) preferred.
o Current board certification or board eligibility.
o Current BLS/CPR certification at the healthcare-professional level.
o DEA certification/registration, as required for the position.
Nurse Practitioner – Correctional Healthcare
Location: Caldwell, OH 43724Job Type: Full-Time Contract
Pay rate: $70- $78\hr. on W2
Duration: At least 6 months, with potential for extension
Hours: 40 hours per week
Schedule: Day Shift, Monday–Friday
Start Date: TBD, upon completion of credentialing
Benefits: Malpractice Insurance, Health Insurance, Free Parking, Paid Orientation
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide comprehensive primary and acute healthcare services in a correctional healthcare setting.The ideal candidate will be licensed to practice in Ohio and have at least 1 year of Nurse Practitioner experience in a primary care or hospital medicine setting. The position involves providing on-site medical care to an adult male patient population.
Key Responsibilities
o Monitor and manage patients with chronic medical conditions in accordance with established clinical protocols.o Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses within the scope of practice.
o Perform routine physical examinations and evaluate patients' overall health and medical conditions.
o Prescribe medications and administer appropriate treatments.
o Provide vaccinations and other preventive healthcare services as indicated.
o Perform minor procedures and surgeries within the provider's training, experience, and scope of practice.
o Evaluate patients for specialty referrals and determine the need for consultations inside or outside the facility.
o Review specialty consultation reports and follow up on recommended treatment plans.
o Order, review, and interpret laboratory tests, X-rays, and other diagnostic studies as appropriate.
o Provide routine and emergency medical care.
o Conduct rounds on patients requiring inpatient or infirmary-level care, as needed.
o Obtain comprehensive medical histories and perform appropriate assessments.
o Accurately document patient assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up recommendations.
o Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans based on clinical findings.
o Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
o Participate in quality assurance and clinical oversight activities.
o Provide patient education regarding disease management, medications, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle practices.
o Maintain compliance with applicable clinical, legal, and professional standards.
o Perform other duties within the scope of practice as assigned.
Qualifications
o Master’s Degree in Nursing.o Current and active Ohio Nurse Practitioner license.
o Minimum 1 year of NP experience in primary care or hospital medicine.
o Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP) preferred.
o Current board certification or board eligibility.
o Current BLS/CPR certification at the healthcare-professional level.
o DEA certification/registration, as required for the position.
By applying you agree to our Terms of Service