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

Company: LocumJobsOnline
Location: Troy
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

Nurse Practitioner | Family Practice Location: Troy, NC Employer: Adelphi Locums Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP About the Position LocumJobsOnline is working with Adelphi Locums to find a qualified Family Practice NP in Troy, North Carolina, 27371! Adelphi is seeking a Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant to provide primary care and chronic medical management services to adult offenders for two correctional facilities in Troy City and Taylorsville in North Carolina. Job Quick Facts: • ID: BD-878-01 • Profession: Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant • Specialty: Primary Care/Emergency Medicine • Job Type: Contract/Locum • Contract Length: Ongoing • Service Setting: Correctional • Location: Troy and Taylorsville, NC • Coverage Type: Clinical/On-site • Start Date: ASAP • Shift Schedule: 40 hours per week 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. Top Reasons to Choose a Locum Tenens Assignment Avoid the hassle of permanent relocation by taking on temporary assignments in various locations, experiencing different communities without long-term commitment. Cultivate meaningful relationships with patients from diverse backgrounds and communities, enriching your clinical experience and cultural competence. Engage with peers and colleagues in collaborative learning environments, sharing insights, best practices, and innovative approaches to patient care. Explore telemedicine or remote healthcare opportunities through locum assignments, leveraging technology to deliver care to patients in underserved or remote areas. Tailor your schedule to suit your lifestyle, allowing for personal commitments and travel. 1636299EXPTEMP

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