Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

Company: Corizon Health
Location: Kuna
Posted on: February 17, 2021

Job Description:

Correctional Medicine opening in Kuna, Idaho. This and other physician assistant jobs brought to you by DocCafe.com About Corizon HealthCorrectional healthcare is not just a job. It's a calling.By choosing a career with Corizon Health, you are choosing the opportunity to truly make a difference in the health, well-being, and future of the patients you serve. We take pride in being a pioneer provider of correctional healthcare. As a Corizon Health professional, you have access to the resources and support to enhance your skills, build a solid foundation to reach your career potential, and contribute to the care and well-being of an underserved population. There is no greater calling. Join Corizon Health today and be part of our legacy of innovation and clinical expertise.ResponsibilitiesBelow is a list of your responsibilities as a Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant with Corizon Health at Idaho State Correctional Center located in Kuna, Idaho:

• Respond to and initiate care in medical emergencies throughout the facility.
• Identify inmate / patient health problems and prescribe treatment under direction of a physician.
• Implement medical care utilizing therapeutic regimens approved by a Physician.
• Provide education to inmate / patient, healthcare and correctional staff.
• Document all healthcare contacts.
• Adhere to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills. Follow security regulations for keys, sharps, and controlled medications.
• Delegate to and supervise other team members as appropriate.
• Adhere to Universal Precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.Corizon Benefits (only applicable for full-time positions)
  • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Generous PTO plan
  • 401k with matching funds
  • Employee Discount and Rewards Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Continuing Education ReimbursementExperience & Requirements
    • Graduate of an accredited college/university nurse practitioner program with current certification or Graduate of an accredited college/university physician assistant program.
    • Licensure in the state of employment, license must be in good standing.
    • CPR certification.A background check, security clearance and drug screening are required for this role.Corizon Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, Vietnam era veteran, or disabled Veteran status. EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans.ID 2020-9118Job Locations US-ID-KunaCategory Nurse PractitionersPosition Type Regular Full-timeShift / Schedule DayLocation ID 06355 Keyphrases: correctional medical services jobs, correctional medicine jobs, correctional health services jobs, prison health services jobs

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