FNP in Waverly VA

The Nurse Practitioner in the correctional setting provideshealth care services to incarcerated individuals within the scope of theirlicense. The Nurse Practitioner performs physical examinations, diagnostictesting, assessments/health screenings, prescribes medications, and educatesinmates on health prevention/promotion, medical conditions, and treatment.

Minimum Requirements:

Current Nurse Practitioner Certification and license in thestate of practice required

Certification as a Nurse Practitioner by a nationallyaccredited nursing organization (e.g. American Academy of Nurse Practitioners -AANP, American Nurses Credentialing Center - ANCC) is preferred

Specialty Certification as per client request and or stateregulations if applicable

One year experience as an NP preferred

One year of correctional experience preferred

Maintain collaboration agreements, per state requirements

Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

Current CPR if applicable

TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age