Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Background Investigation, Correctional Health, Cross-Functional, Government, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Insurance, Medical Diagnosis, Medications, Nurse Practitioner, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Public Safety, Reimbursement, United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services.
We are currently seeking a per-diem Advanced Practice Professional (NP/PA) at the Eastern Correctional Institution (ECI) in Westover, Maryland.
This position is a Per-diem, Weekend Coverage Day or Evening
The Nurse Practitioner works under the supervision of a physician in a correctional environment and is responsible for assisting in the delivery of health care and patient care management. This includes collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, performing assessments, diagnosing patients, and medication management.
Some of the unique benefits of correctional healthcare include:
- A clinically interesting, diverse patient population in a secure and structured setting
- Freedom from insurance, coding and reimbursement hassles
- Ability to spend time with your patients. No more cancellations or "no shows"
- Salary is consistent and is not based on patient volume
- Providers are not required to sign employment contracts or non-compete agreements
Qualifications
- Active, unrestricted Maryland APRN license
- Ability to pass background check
- 2+ years experience working as an NP
- Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration