Correctional Medicine Nurse Practitioner

Location: Troy, VA, 22974
Duration: 6 + Months
Hours: 40 hours/week (8 hours/day) (M-F)

Role Description:
• Scope of work includes performing physical examinations and preventive health measures, ordering and performing diagnostic procedures, and prescribing controlled substances and devices in accordance with current regulations.
• Contacts are made with patients in the provision of care and more limited contact with physicians for their consultation.

Results:
• The limited availability of physician oversight increases the consequence of error.
• Work significantly affects the health of patients due to higher level of independence.

Accountability:
• Performs work under limited access to a physician or works in an environment where physician availability is typically limited.
• Works independently with minimal supervision providing diagnosis and treatment according to protocol.