Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)

Correctional Healthcare Partners (CHP)

Overview

Correctional Healthcare Partners (CHP) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) 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)
• For Physician Assistants (PA):
  • Active and unrestricted PA license in the applicable state
  • Graduate of an accredited PA program
  • NCCPA certification required
  • 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

Location: San Diego, CA

Pay: $95-$100/hr

Schedule: 12pm to 10pm on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays