Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice Needed in PA

Job Description

We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner for a 65-day locum tenens assignment at a medium security facility in Pennsylvania. This opportunity begins on Dec 1, 2025, with full-time weekday shifts from 8am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. The role emphasizes chronic and preventative care, sick call management, and trauma triage in a correctional setting.

Job Details

• Location: Pennsylvania
• Facility Type: Medium Security Facility
• Start Date: Dec 1, 2025
• LOA: 65 days
• Provider Type Needed: Family Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Full Time, Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm

Responsibilities and Duties

• Conduct sick call and medical rounding for patients
• Manage chronic care and preventative care procedures, including follow-ups
• Operate preventative care clinics
• Perform infirmary rounds for internal medicine cases as needed
• Conduct trauma triage and address urgent medical needs
• Complete thorough charting and documentation of patient encounters
• Manage medication refills and monitor medication compliance
• Perform morning PA/NP lines including suture removal and follow-up visits

Additional Information

• Pennsylvania nurse practitioner license required
• Correctional experience is a plus
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Experience with various EMR systems preferred

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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