Family Practice/Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

On-Call Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Location: 106 Ribaut Rd, Beaufort, SC 29902
Duration: long-term contract

Schedule:
On-site: Every Wednesday 5 hours per week
On-call availability: 24/7 (Monday to Sunday)

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide comprehensive healthcare services in a correctional healthcare setting. The NP will collaborate with physicians, psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, physician assistants, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care and ensure optimal clinical outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
Obtain, assess, and document patient (inmate) health histories
Conduct admission assessments and manage care for acutely ill patients
Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic tests
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team
Prescribe and manage medications, fluids, nutrition, and respiratory therapies as appropriate
Evaluate patient responses to treatment and modify care plans as needed
Document patient progress notes and prepare discharge summaries
Perform emergency interventions, including resuscitation procedures when required
Perform advanced clinical procedures, including but not limited to:
o Suprapubic bladder taps
o Percutaneous central venous catheter placement
Provide infirmary coverage when assigned
Respond to physician calls and clinical emergencies during scheduled coverage
Perform minor procedures, including suturing, when necessary
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to nursing staff and students
Educate, counsel, and monitor patients regarding treatment plans and overall healthcare management
Ensure compliance with facility policies, professional standards, and applicable regulations


Qualifications
Active Nurse Practitioner (NP) license in the State of South Carolina
Current DEA registration (if applicable)
Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment skills
Experience in correctional, emergency, urgent care, primary care, or acute care settings preferred
Ability to perform advanced clinical procedures and respond effectively in emergency situations

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