Job Description

Adelphi is seeking experienced Nurse Practitioners (NPs) to provide primary and urgent care services to individuals in custody within a correctional facility in Whatcom County, Washington. The ideal candidate will have experience in correctional, family practice, or public health settings and demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering safe, evidence-based care in a secure environment.

• Ref#: BD-1016-11
• Profession: Nurse Practitioner (NP)
• Specialty: Primary Care – Correctional Healthcare
• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Whatcom County, Washington State
• Coverage Type: Onsite
• Service Setting: Correctional Facility
• Facility Type: County Jail
• Shift Schedule: Full-time or part-time (may include evenings and weekends)
• Compensation: TBD

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program (Master’s or Doctoral level)
• Current, unrestricted NP license in the State of Washington
• National certification in Family Practice, Adult-Gerontology, or equivalent specialty
• Current DEA registration and NPI number
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience (correctional, urgent care, or public health preferred)
• CPR/BLS certification (AHA-approved)
• Familiarity with NCCHC standards and Washington State healthcare regulations
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
• Must pass a comprehensive background check and drug screening

Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive primary and urgent care services to individuals in custody.
• Conduct intake health assessments, chronic disease management, and follow-up visits.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat common acute and chronic conditions within NP scope of practice.
• Prescribe and manage medications in accordance with Washington State scope-of-practice regulations and clinical guidelines.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide stabilization.
• Collaborate with physicians, PAs, nurses, mental health staff, and correctional personnel.
• Maintain detailed and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Support infection control, detox monitoring, and discharge planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with NCCHC, WAC, and applicable facility healthcare policies.

Adelphi Medical Staffing is a nationwide recruiting firm that focuses on sourcing locums, per diems, travel nurses and allied health, and non-clinical professionals for private and government facilities. We aim to place skilled providers in facilities where they can provide the most value while contributing to both providers and facility growth and success.For our providers, our recruiters are committed to supporting your requests, ensuring that you're compensated at market value, and ensuring you are placed where you can build your career while maintaining a constant line of communication with updates along the recruitment process. At Adelphi, it is not just about filling vacancies but providing opportunities to expand and achieve your professional goals. Adelphi is rapidly becoming the premier choice in staffing, as we daily add numerous job opportunities for our professionals and provide you with the best option for your next career step. For our clients, we understand the widespread shortage of healthcare and skilled workers who can provide high-level care and output, and that is why we promise to provide our clients with the best-fit candidates for their facilities. As we provide our recruitment and placement services, we recognize the importance of relationships in the industry and aim to maintain a successful and long-lasting working relationship with our clients and the people they serve.

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