Nursing Jobs in Pearsall, TX
$160,000 - $170,000 / year
Compensation: $160,000 - $170,000/yr At Corecivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. Corecivic is currently seeking Nurse Practitioner Primary Care who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner Primary Care under the supervision of the facility physician, provides advanced nursing services and patient care in the facility’s medical program to inmates/residents. The successful applicant should be able to perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements. Primary Healthcare Services: Conducts thorough medical evaluations, physical examinations, and medical histories for incarcerated individuals. · Diagnoses and treats a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses, injuries, and infections. · Develops and implements individualized treatment plans, prescribing appropriate medications, therapies, and interventions. · Orders and interprets diagnostic tests, such as pharmaceuticals, laboratory work, radiological examinations, and screenings. · Provides vaccinations, performs health screenings, and promotes preventive care measures within the correctional population. · Performs basic technical skills such as suturing, splinting and injections. Chronic Disease Management: Monitors and manages chronic diseases prevalent among incarcerated individuals, such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, HIV/AIDS, and Hepatitis C. · Ensures proper medication management, including prescribing, adjusting dosages, and monitoring treatment effectiveness. · Educates patients on disease management strategies, lifestyle modifications, and medication adherence. · Collaborates with specialty care providers for consultations and referrals, when necessary. Emergency Medical Services: · Responds to medical emergencies within the correctional facility, providing immediate assessment, stabilization, and necessary interventions. · Coordinates with emergency medical services or arranges for transfers to external medical facilities, when required. Participates in emergency preparedness planning and training exercises to ensure efficient emergency response within the correctional setting Coll Collaboration and Coordination: Works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, psychologists, psychiatrists, dentists, social workers, and other correctional staff, to ensure coordinated and integrated healthcare delivery. Communicates effectively with healthcare team members, providing necessary information, consultations, and referrals. Participates in case conferences, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall healthcare delivery system. Documentation and Compliance: Maintains accurate and up-to-date medical records, including patient histories, diagnoses, treatments, and medications administered. Adheres to patient confidentiality regulations and ensures the security and privacy of medical records. Complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional healthcare and professional ethical standards. Professional Development: Stays updated with the latest advancements in primary care, correctional medicine, and relevant healthcare regulations. Engages in continuous professional development activities. Provides training and education to correctional staff on primary healthcare topics, as needed. W Qualifications: Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. Current and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state/jurisdiction where the correctional facility is located. Experience in providing primary care or relevant experience in correctional or underserved populations is preferred. Strong assessment and diagnostic skills, with the ability to manage a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills. Ability to work effectively in a challenging and dynamic environment. Corecivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran. $140,000 - $150,000 / year
Compensation: $140,000 - $150,000/yr At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing comprehensive psychiatric services to incarcerated individuals within a correctional facility and with a collaborating physician. This includes assessing, diagnosing, and treating psychiatric disorders and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of quality healthcare services within a medical home model. The successful applicant should be able to perform all of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job performance requirements: Psychiatric Assessment and Diagnosis: Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments of incarcerated individuals to determine the presence and severity of mental health disorders. Diagnose and classify mental illnesses according to established diagnostic criteria (e.g., DSM-5). Assess and evaluate suicide risk, self-harm, and dangerous behaviors among incarcerated individuals. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and correctional staff to gather relevant information for accurate diagnoses. Treatment Planning and Implementation: Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for incarcerated individuals with psychiatric disorders. Prescribe appropriate psychiatric medications and monitor their effectiveness and side effects. Provide brief psychotherapy and counseling services to incarcerated individuals, using evidence-based therapeutic modalities. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and ensure a holistic approach to treatment. Modify treatment plans as needed based on patients' progress and response to interventions. Crisis Intervention and Emergency Services: Respond to psychiatric emergencies within the correctional facility promptly and efficiently. Conduct crisis assessments, provide stabilization, and implement appropriate intervention strategies. Collaborate with correctional staff and healthcare team members to implement emergency response protocols. Determine the need for a higher level of psychiatric treatment when necessary. Collaboration and Consultation: Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including primary care physicians, psychologists, social workers, and nurses, to provide integrated care to incarcerated individuals. Consult with the interdisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans for incarcerated individuals with complex psychiatric needs. Provide expertise and guidance to correctional staff regarding mental health issues, crisis management, and suicide prevention. Participate in case conferences, treatment team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives. Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date psychiatric records for each incarcerated individual, including assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and progress notes. Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines pertaining to correctional healthcare and patient confidentiality. Adhere to the correctional facility's policies and procedures related to documentation and record-keeping. Education and Training: Stay updated with the latest advancements in psychiatric medicine, treatment modalities, and relevant research. Engage in continuous professional development and relevant educational activities. Provide training and education to correctional staff on mental health topics, crisis management, and de-escalation techniques Qualifications: Board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Current and unrestricted Nurse practitioner license in the state/jurisdiction where the correctional facility is located. Experience in providing psychiatric care or relevant experience in correctional or underserved populations is preferred. Strong assessment and diagnostic skills, with the ability to manage a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions. Proficiency in prescribing medications and therapies under physician supervision CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE – including Disability/Veteran 