DJJ Clinical Practitioner - Hampton, GA 40 hrs/week

Augusta University Medical Center

• $100K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant in GA
  • 2 years of clinical experience, preferably in correctional settings
  • Strong organizational and decision-making skills
  • Ability to work under pressure while relating well to diverse individuals
  • Current Health Care Provider BCLS Certification
  • Physical capability to lift 50lbs and move quickly in emergencies

Responsibilities

  • Provide basic medical services under guidance of Lead Nurse and Physician
  • Evaluate and treat healthcare needs of youth
  • Focus on ambulatory care while monitoring patient care quality
  • Support continuous quality improvement (CQI) initiatives
  • Foster a customer-friendly environment for patients and staff

Benefits

  • 41 paid days off per year
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Access to enhance health knowledge and skills
  • Supportive team environment fostering collaboration
  • Adherence to healthcare confidentiality standards
Full Job Description
Full Time - 40 hours per week Base rate of $100,000 annually - $48.07 per hour 41 paid days off per year Location Clayton RYDC Martha K Glaze (Located in Clayton County) 11850 Hastings Bridge Road Hampton, GA 30228 College/Department Information Our mission in the Department of Juvenile Justice Health Services is to transform young lives by providing evidence-based rehabilitative treatment services and supervision, strengthening the well-being of youth and families, and fostering safe communities. Each youth will receive appropriate, individualized care to improve their health knowledge and their potential for wellness. Responsibilities Duties to include but are not limited to: Under the general direction of the Lead Nurse and the clinical direction of the Physician, provides basic medical services by utilizing professional medical skills to meet a variety of healthcare needs, with ambulatory care as a primary focus. Must be able to evaluate and treat the general medical and health needs of youth. Monitors CQI programs as they relate to patient care. Required Qualifications - Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant in the State of Georgia. - 2 years of previous experience in a clinical setting. Prefer 1 year of experience in a correctional setting. - Good organizational and decision-making skills; good physical and mental health; able to work under pressure; must relate well to patients, security staff, visitors and co-workers. - Functions within the Georgia Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act (Nurse Practitioners) and Georgia Composite Medical Board Rules (Physician Assistants). - Must have current Health Care Provider BCLS Certification, obtained through American Heart or Red Cross Program. - Must be able to lift 50lbs. Normal bending, reaching, stooping. Standing and sitting for long periods of time. Must be able to move quickly in cases of emergency (within 4 minutes). Normal levels of hearing and seeing, if necessary, with corrective appliances. Must be able to perform BCLS. - Security Clearance by the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice. Shift/Salary/Benefits Shifts may vary and depend upon the availability of each site. Visit our Benefits Link for detailed information: Benefits & Data Management (augusta.edu) Conditions of Employment All candidates are to complete and successfully pass Pre-Employment requirements. This includes a Criminal History Record Release (and when applicable, a Physical Examination and Drug Screen). All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited. How To Apply Consider applying with us today! https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

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