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Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician Assistant
Specialty
Family Practice/Primary Care
Degree Required
Other
Position Type
Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
62466, Sumner, Illinois, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
4/19/22
At Wexford Health our philosophy is that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need and the corrections environment is our venue. This is for a full time Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant at Lawrence Correctional Center in Sumner IL.
POSITION SUMMARY
Under direct supervision of the designated Wexford Health manager and the Medical Director and clinical supervision of the Medical Director, an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant licensed in the state of assignment is responsible and accountable for evaluating and treating inmates upon referral and acts as a consultant to the nursing staff.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The NP/PA shall provide a broad range of services to the center including assessment, identification and treatment of medical concerns, health education to patients, and illness and injury prevention.
TRAVEL: Minimal travel required.
LICENSING: Currently licensed as NP or PA in the state of Illinois
CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification
EDUCATION: Certification from an accredited college/university as an Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician’s Assistant
EXPERIENCE: At least 1 year of experience as a NP/PA is essential.