Job Description
Adelphi is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide primary and episodic healthcare services within a secured correctional healthcare setting in DuPage County, Illinois. The NP will evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic health conditions under the supervision of the Medical Director.
Job Quick Facts
• BD-1152-09
• Profession: Advanced Practice Nursing
• Specialty: Nurse Practitioner
• Location: DuPage County, Illinois
• Facility Type: Secured Correctional Healthcare Setting
• Job Type: Contract
• Coverage Type: On-site
• Shift Schedule: 10 hours per week (part-time)
Requirements
• Current Illinois Nurse Practitioner license
• Current CPR certification
• Compliance with background check, fingerprinting, TB testing, and orientation requirements
• Experience providing direct patient care in a clinical or correctional environment
Responsibilities
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning.
• Manage acute, chronic, and routine medical conditions in collaboration with the Medical Director.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and prescribe medications as permitted by licensure.
• Document all clinical encounters and maintain accurate medical records.
• Provide patient education on health maintenance, disease prevention, and medication adherence.
• Support continuity of care between medical, nursing, and behavioral health disciplines.
• Participate in case reviews, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to facility safety, infection control, and confidentiality policies.
• Any other duties as assigned.