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Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Family Practice in Lumberton, NC

Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Family Practice in Lumberton, NC

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LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Family Practice NP in Lumberton, North Carolina, 28359!

About The Position

Adelphi is seeking a Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant to to provide primary care and medical management to adult offenders for a correctional facility in North Carolina.

Job Quick Facts :

  • ID : BD-878-22
  • Profession : Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant
  • Specialty : Primary Care / Psychiatry / Emergency Medicine
  • Job Type : Contract / Locum
  • Contract Length : Ongoing
  • Service Setting : Correctional
  • Location : Lumberton, NC
  • Coverage Type : Clinical / On-site
  • Start Date : ASAP
  • Shift Schedule : 40 hours per week
  • Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance covered
    • 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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    Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment

  • Earn recognition and appreciation for your contributions in addressing healthcare gaps and supporting communities in need through locum work.
  • Participate in clinical research projects or data collection initiatives during locum assignments, contributing to medical knowledge advancement and evidence-based practice.
  • Prevent professional fatigue by changing environments regularly, avoiding the monotony of routine practice.
  • Tailor patient care approaches to individual needs and preferences, free from institutional protocols or constraints, fostering patient-centered care and satisfaction.
  • Transition between full-time, part-time, or locum roles as your personal or professional circumstances evolve, maintaining career fluidity and adaptability.
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    Nurse Practitioner Family Practice • Lumberton, NC, US