Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Clinic in Washington

Job description

About the facility

This correctional facility provides comprehensive healthcare services to juvenile patients in a secure environment with dedicated support staff including security personnel, medical assistants, and nursing professionals. The facility operates with established medical protocols and maintains rapid credentialing processes requiring background checks and fingerprinting within 2-4 weeks. The organization emphasizes quality healthcare delivery within the correctional framework while ensuring safety and security standards are maintained.

About the facility location

The area features diverse attractions including scenic waterfront destinations accessible by day trips, with Bainbridge Island offering notable seafood dining options. Clifton Hill serves as an entertainment district with activities for all ages, while the region provides access to natural features such as waterfalls and outdoor recreation opportunities including bike parks and zip line experiences. The Pacific Northwest location offers scenic driving routes and various accommodation options for visitors exploring the surrounding areas.

About the clinician's workday

The clinician will provide comprehensive family medicine care to juvenile patients aged 11-25 in a correctional facility environment, managing approximately 10 patients daily while working 40 hours per week with flexible scheduling options of either four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts. The position requires board certification or board eligibility, BLS certification, DEA registration, and Washington state licensure, with preference given to candidates having previous corrections or urgent care experience and at least 2 years of clinical experience. Daily responsibilities include conducting patient evaluations, managing acute and chronic medical conditions, and collaborating with security personnel, medical assistants, nursing staff, and administrative support to ensure optimal patient care within the specialized correctional healthcare setting.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 10
• Support staff: Security, medical assistant, 2-3 nurses, administrative staff
• Patient population: Children
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes

Your dedicated recruiter

Audrey Montgomery

Call / Text: (678) 690-8069
Email: amontgomery@locumtenens.com

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