Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Company: Wellpath
Location: Valhalla
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Overview The Nurse Practitioner
(NP) under the supervision of the Site Medical Director and other
site Physicians, offers a comprehensive range of medical services
to incarcerated patients in accordance with established policy and
state guidelines. They ensure necessary documentation of services
is provided to the Site Medical Director or designee to monitor the
provision of clinical services. Additionally, they communicate
scheduling changes to the Medical Director and H.S.A. and make
arrangements for coverage of medical services if unavailable for an
extended period of time. Responsibilities Provides medical care to
inmates, including conducting exams, chronic care clinics, and
infirmary rounds. Maintains accurate and legible progress note
documentation in SOAP format and adheres to formulary guidelines.
Responds to emergencies and makes logical decisions regarding
non-formulary drugs or off-site referrals. Supports existing
policies and procedures for admission, transfer, and specialty
consultant referrals. Maintains confidentiality and provides input
into facility committees as requested. Qualifications Education A
graduate of an accredited school of nursing An advanced degree in
an approved and accredited Nurse Practitioner program. Experience
Prior medical/surgical and/or emergency/trauma experience and
corrections experience is preferred. Must have the patience and
tact to deal with the inmate patient population and ability to work
effectively in the corrections environment. Scheduling flexibility
is also required to be able to rotate hours and shifts, if needed,
and to be called during emergency situations to provide coverage.
Licenses/Certifications Must have and maintain current licensure as
a Nurse Practitioner within the state of employment. Must have and
maintain current CPR certification.
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