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NP - Emergency Medicine Job in Hookerton, North Carolina

Primary Care/Psychiatry/Emergency Medicine - NPPA #85671

Company:Adelphi Staffing, LLC

Professions/Specialties:NP - Emergency Medicine,General Nurse Practitioner

Location:Hookerton, North Carolina, United States

Job Type:Part-time, In-person, Temporary / Locum Tenens

Job Description

Adelphi is seeeking for Nurse Practitioners / Physician Assistants to provide primary care and medical management of offenders for correctional facilities in Vanceboro and Hookerton, North Carolina.

Job Quick Facts:
  • ID: BD-878-28
  • Profession: Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant
  • Speciality: Primary Care/Psychiatry/Emergency Medicine
  • Job Type: Contract/Locum
  • Contract Length: Ongoing
  • Service Setting: Correctional
  • Location: Vanceboro and Hookerton, NC
  • Coverage Type: Clinical/On-site
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Shift Schedule: 40 hours per week

Requirements:
  • NC License
  • DEA certification
  • BLS certification
  • ACLS certification
  • BC/BE

Responsibilities:
  • Perform vital signs assessment and obtain a comprehensive, relevant medical history from offenders.
  • Conduct independent evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses, injuries, and trauma, consistent with clinical scope and licensure.
  • Manage and monitor chronic health conditions, ensuring continuity of care and adherence to evidence-based guidelines.
  • Prescribe indicated medications, including narcotics and controlled substances, in accordance with physician supervision, DAC policy, and state/federal regulations.
  • Administer approved immunizations and preventive care in compliance with facility's protocols.
  • Provide patient education and counseling on medications, treatment plans, diet, weight management, substance use, and disease prevention.
  • Refer patients to the supervising physician or clinical director for evaluation of complex conditions beyond the scope of the NP/PA role.
  • Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests including labs, X-rays, EKGs, audiograms, and tympanometry to guide clinical decision-making.
  • Perform routine and comprehensive physical examinations for diagnosis, intake, or chronic disease follow-up.
  • Document all clinical encounters promptly and accurately in the HERO electronic medical record system using POMR format.
  • Maintain compliance with all standards under the North Carolina Nurse Practice Act and facility policies, including timely reporting, quality assurance participation, and ethical care delivery.
  • Participate in utilization reviews, quality improvement activities, and peer consultations as required.

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About Adelphi Locums Organization

Adelphi Locums specializes in placing physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and CRNAs in locum tenens assignments nationwide. They focus on matching qualified providers with healthcare facilities that need flexible, short-term coverage. The company manages all aspects of the placement process, including credentialing, licensing, travel arrangements, and payroll. Their team emphasizes building strong relationships with both clinicians and clients to ensure a smooth experience. Adelphi Locums is committed to responsive service, professionalism, and delivering high-quality care through experienced providers. Their goal is to make locum tenens work simple, reliable, and rewarding for everyone involved.

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