Nurse Practitioner

Correctional Nurse Practitioner (Contract)

Company: Cell Staff

Location: Piedmont Correctional Institution – Salisbury, NC

Position Type: Full-Time, 20-Week Contract (Renewable)

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (No weekends, no holidays)

Compensation: $85.00 / hour

Position Overview

Cell Staff is seeking a dedicated, autonomous, and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) for a full-time, 20-week contract assignment at Piedmont Correctional Institution in Salisbury, NC. This position offers a highly predictable schedule with zero weekend or evening commitments, allowing for an excellent work-life balance, with the strong potential for contract renewal.

In this role, you will provide comprehensive primary and urgent care services to an underserved inmate population. Working in a correctional environment requires strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, empathetic healthcare within a secure environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Primary Care & Triage: Conduct physical examinations, diagnose acute and chronic illnesses, and formulate comprehensive treatment plans for adult male offenders.
• Chronic Disease Management: Monitor and manage long-term conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, HIV, and cardiovascular disease.
• Urgent Care: Respond to minor emergencies, evaluate acute injuries, and stabilize patients requiring transfer to outside medical facilities.
• Medication Management: Prescribe appropriate medications, manage formulary adherence, and monitor patient compliance and side effects.
• Collaborative Care: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including correctional officers, mental health professionals, registered nurses, and outside specialists.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough electronic health records (EHR) in compliance with facility protocols and state regulations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Licensure: Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of North Carolina.
• Certification: National certification (AANP or ANCC) as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP).
• Credentials: Valid DEA registration and North Carolina prescribing privileges.
• Experience: Prior experience in correctional health, urgent care, or emergency medicine is highly preferred, but strong primary care backgrounds will be considered.
• Background Screening: Ability to successfully pass a rigorous background check and drug screening required by the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction.

Benefits & Compensation

Enjoy a premium hourly rate alongside a structured, predictable schedule with absolutely no take-home work or on-call rotations.

• Competitive Pay: $85.00 per hour.
• Contract Duration: 20-week initial contract with renewal options.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Full medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan option available.
• Support: A dedicated Cell Staff recruiter to assist you throughout your assignment.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should apply directly through this platform or email their resume to the hiring recruiter at View email address on click.appcast.io.