Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant in Nashville, Tennessee at VitalCore Health Strategies
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At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.
NURSE PRACTITIONER/PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT POSITION SUMMARYThe Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant utilizes the medical model to meet a variety of healthcare needs with ambulatory care as their primary focus. The NP/PA works with a variety of healthcare professionals/security officers in a correctional environment to provide basic medical services supervised by a licensed Physician. The NP/PA has no managerial responsibilities.
- Responds to and initiates care for medical emergencies throughout the facility.Identifies inmate /patient health problems and prescribes treatment under direction of a physician.Implements medical care utilizing therapeutic regimens approved by a Physician.Provides education to inmate /patient, healthcare, and correctional staff.Documents all healthcare contacts.Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills. Follows security regulations for keys, sharps, andcontrolled medications.Assigns tasks to team members as needed.Adheres to Universal Precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.Attends training and meetings as required.
NURSE PRACTITIONER/PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT SCHEDULE
- PRN
VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.
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VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS) is a correctional healthcare company based in Topeka, Kansas. Founded in January 2015 and rebranded in 2018, VCHS employs around 384 people and generates annual revenue of $56.4 million...