Current, unrestricted District of Columbia Nurse Practitioner license.
Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
Board eligible or nationally board certified in the applicable Nurse Practitioner specialty, to be obtained within one year of hire.
Current District of Columbia Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) registration and DEA registration for prescribing responsibilities.
Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.
Knowledge of evidence-based medical practices and healthcare regulations.
Ability to provide culturally competent healthcare services to diverse populations.
Responsibilities
Conduct patient assessments and physical examinations.
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests and laboratory studies.
Develop treatment plans and prescribe medications.
Coordinate referrals to specialists and behavioral health professionals.
Maintain accurate electronic medical records and documentation.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety activities.
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare services in a unique correctional environment.
Opportunity to work with diverse patient populations.
Collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
Participation in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Support for professional development and continuing education.
Full Job Description
Nurse Practitioner - Department of Corrections (DOC)
Job Title: Nurse Practitioner - Department of Corrections (DOC) Location: Washington, DC Organization: Unity Health Care Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Medical or Specialty Director, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides comprehensive, culturally competent, patient-centered healthcare services to individuals within the Department of Corrections (DOC). The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, treating, and managing acute and chronic medical conditions while promoting preventive care, patient education, and continuity of care.
This position requires strong clinical judgment, professional accountability, and collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality care within a correctional healthcare environment.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct patient assessments, physical examinations, and medical evaluations.
Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory studies, and screenings.
Develop treatment plans, prescribe medications, and provide preventive healthcare services.
Coordinate referrals to specialists, hospitals, and behavioral health professionals.
Provide culturally competent, compassionate, and patient-centered care.
Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records, completing documentation within 48 hours.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical meetings, and patient safety activities.
Support patient education, chronic disease management, and population health initiatives.
Follow Unity Health Care policies, clinical guidelines, and correctional facility procedures.
Participate in rotating on-call responsibilities and evening or weekend coverage as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Current, unrestricted District of Columbia Nurse Practitioner license.
Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
Board eligible or nationally board certified in the applicable Nurse Practitioner specialty. Required board certification must be obtained within one year of hire.
Current District of Columbia Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) registration and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration, as required for prescribing responsibilities.
Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills.
Knowledge of evidence-based medical practices, patient safety standards, and applicable healthcare regulations.
Ability to assess and manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
Strong communication, organizational, documentation, and clinical decision-making skills.
Ability to provide culturally competent healthcare services to diverse patient populations.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Ability to comply with Unity Health Care policies, applicable regulatory requirements, and Department of Corrections procedures.
Willingness to participate in rotating on-call responsibilities and evening or weekend patient coverage when necessary.
