NURSE PRACTITIONER / PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT - Detention Center
Company: Reserve Health
Location: Gastonia
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: DOE Nurse
Practitioner/Physician Assistant Position Summary Location:
Gastonia, North Carolina Position Type: Full-Time Job Overview: We
are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner or
Physician Assistant to join our healthcare team at a detention
center in North Carolina. This full-time position involves
providing primary care services to individuals within the detention
center. The successful candidate must hold a valid North Carolina
nurse practitioner or physician assistant license and demonstrate a
commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare to a unique
patient population. Responsibilities: 1. Conduct comprehensive
health assessments and evaluations for residents in the detention
center. 2. Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions,
including infectious diseases and injuries. 3. Develop and
implement treatment plans, including medication management,
follow-up care, and referrals to specialists as needed. 4. Provide
preventive care, health education, and counseling to promote
wellness and disease prevention. 5. Collaborate with the healthcare
team, including physicians, nurses, mental health professionals,
and support staff, to ensure integrated and coordinated care. 6.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records and documentation
in accordance with regulatory standards. 7. Adhere to all relevant
laws, regulations, and policies governing healthcare delivery
within a detention center environment. 8. Participate in health
promotion and disease prevention programs within the detention
center. 9. Provide emergency care and respond to medical
emergencies as required. 10. Maintain patient confidentiality and
adhere to ethical and professional standards of practice
Qualifications: 1. Current and unrestricted North Carolina Nurse
Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) license. 2. National
board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (e.g., ANCC, AANP) or
Physician Assistant (e.g., NCCPA). 3. Previous experience in
primary care, urgent care, or correctional healthcare is preferred
but not required. 4. BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced
Cardiac Life Support) certification. 5. Experience with MAT
(Medication Assisted Treatment) is preferred but not required. 6.
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. 7. Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to
work with diverse populations. 8. Ability to work independently and
collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. 9.
Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems. 10.
Knowledge of and commitment to maintaining security protocols
within a detention center. 11. Compassion, empathy, and cultural
sensitivity in providing care to detainees. Benefits: - Competitive
salary and comprehensive benefits package - Continuing education
and professional development opportunities - Paid time off and
holidays - Retirement savings plan with employer contributions -
Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage - Professional
liability insurance coverage Join our team of dedicated healthcare
professionals and make a positive impact on the health and
well-being of detainees within the detention center. If you are a
licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in North
Carolina and are passionate about delivering healthcare in a
challenging yet rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply
for this full-time position.
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