Medical Nurse Practitioner

Location: US-AL-Union Springs Job ID: 2026-31110 Position type: Full-Time Overview NaphCare is hiring a Medical Nurse Practitioner to join our team of medical professionals where we manage all aspects of healthcare for the individuals who are currently incarcerated in the Bullock Correctional Facility in Union Springs, AL. As a Correctional Nurse Practitioner (NP), you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment where security is a top priority, you will engage in assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with a range of medical conditions and chronic illnesses, prescribing medications, and responding to emergencies. Responsibilities Job Duties / Responsibilities Conducting physical examinations, developing treatment plans and monitoring patients. Managing acute and chronic conditions such as asthma, hypertension, and diabetes. Administering medications and providing instructions to patients. Monitoring and documenting patient health, including vital signs and medical histories. Providing direct patient care, triaging, assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and coordinating services. Responding to medical emergencies, providing first aid, and ensuring timely transport to appropriate healthcare facilities. Educating patients on preventative care, healthy lifestyle choices, and substance abuse prevention. Understanding and adhering to correctional facility security protocols while working closely with correctional officers and other healthcare professionals to ensure the safety and well‑being of patients. Maintaining accurate medical records, documenting treatment plans, and reporting any relevant information. Conducting rounds, evaluating patients returning from off‑site treatment. Admitting and discharging patients from the facility. Qualifications Advanced nursing education (Master’s or Doctorate). Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner. Must hold a current unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner in AL. Current DEA registration. An appropriate collaborative agreement with the on‑site physician. Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association preferred). Must be certified in a board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties. Knowledge of nursing practice principles and techniques, occupational health and safety standards, infectious disease management, applicable health‑care laws, regulations, and procedures for direct health‑care services. Ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and confidential information. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills. Able to work independently and in a team. Experience working in a correctional facility or acute care center is a plus. Integrity, professionalism, and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements. Must pass the facility's criminal background check and drug screening. Physical Capabilities Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift. Why Join NaphCare? NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the U.S., and we are growing. We offer competitive salaries, generous employee benefits, opportunities for new graduates and experienced medical professionals, programmatic support for educational growth, and strong support for career advancement within the company. Benefits for Full‑Time Employees Include: Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one. Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one. Lowest cost benefits. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services. 401(k) and Roth contributions that start day one. Tuition assistance. Referral bonuses. Term life insurance at no cost to the employee. Generous paid time off and paid holidays. Free continuing education and mandatory compulsory mandatory continuing medical education courses. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran #J-18808-Ljbffr NaphCare, Inc.