Correctional Healthcare Partners (CHP) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner) to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care within a correctional setting.
This role offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your license, providing comprehensive medical care to an underserved population while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. The APP will play a key role in improving patient outcomes, ensuring continuity of care, and supporting CHP's mission of delivering accessible, quality healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive health assessments, including physical exams, medical histories, and diagnostic evaluations
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with state regulations and CHP protocols
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and lab results
Provide patient education on disease prevention, health maintenance, and treatment plans
Respond to medical emergencies and provide urgent care as needed
Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, mental health clinicians, and custody staff to ensure coordinated care
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adherence to clinical protocols
Support discharge planning and continuity of care upon release or transfer
Qualifications
For Nurse Practitioners (NP):
Active and unrestricted NP license in the applicable state
Board certification (FNP, AGNP, or related)
Current DEA license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
Minimum 2–3 years of APP experience in primary care, urgent care, emergency medicine, or a related setting
Experience in correctional healthcare or working with underserved populations preferred but not required
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
Ability to work independently within scope while collaborating with supervising physicians and interdisciplinary teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Work Environment
Practice in a structured, secure correctional facility
Team-based, collaborative care model with physician support
High level of autonomy with diverse clinical exposure
Fast-paced environment treating a wide range of conditions