Nurse Practitioner

Join the VitalCore Team in Idaho! We’re people fueled by passion, not by profit.VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care has an opening for a Nurse Practitioner for Canyon County Dale Haile Detention Center in Caldwell, Idaho! At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.POSITION SUMMARYThe Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant utilizes the medical model to meet a variety of healthcare needs with ambulatory care as their primary focus. The NP/PA works with a variety of healthcare professionals/security officers in a correctional environment to provide basic medical services supervised by a licensed Physician. The NP/PA has no managerial responsibilities. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSGraduate of an accredited college / university with current certification / licensure as an APRN in the state of employment. Must hold the required annual licensure and credentialing requirements for their specific mid-level provider credentials. Maintain an active CPR certification. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSResponds to and initiates care for medical emergencies throughout the facility.Identifies inmate /patient health problems and prescribes treatment under direction of a physician.Implements medical care utiliProvides education to inmate /patient, healthcare, and correctional staff.Documents all healthcare contacts.Adheres to safety and security policies and participates in disaster drills. Follows security regulations for keys, sharps, andcontrolled medications.Assigns tasks to team members as needed.Adheres to Universal Precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.Attends training and meetings as required.SCHEDULEPart timeWe’re people who are fueled by passion, not by profit. VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. #INDFL Nurse Practitioner, APRN, NP, juveniles, corrections, correctional facility, juvenile detention center, healthcarePI26ad9cde315c-30511-38809449

Created: 2025-11-19