ADVANCED PRACTICE PROVIDER
Company: The GEO Group
Location: Conroe
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Overview Are you looking for a
career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to
do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and
recognition that comes with working for the industry's global
leader in evidenced based rehabilitation. Who We Are: GEO provides
complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners
worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and
community reentry services. From the development of
state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management
services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release
reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO
offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver
enhanced quality and improved outcomes. Why Work for GEO: We
believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is
about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a
great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of
employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With
comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you
will find all the resources you need here to be successful.
Responsibilities Summary The Advanced Practice Provider diagnoses
and treats acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as
part of a healthcare team. In addition, this position focuses on
health promotion and disease prevention; order, perform, or
interpret diagnostic tests such as laboratory work and x- rays; and
prescribe medication. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Performs
routine medical examinations on inmates or detainees under
established guidelines. Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic
medical illnesses. Provides medical treatment and services,
consistent with the provision of basic health care services, in
conjunction with a physician. Formulates comprehensive treatment
plans and prognosis based on the patient’s health conditions.
Prescribes medication dosages, routes, and frequencies based on
patients' diagnosis permitted under State and DEA licensure.
Orders, performs, or interprets the results of diagnostic tests
such as complete blood counts (CBCs), electrocardiograms (EKGs),
and radiographs (x-rays) with physician oversight as needed.
Analyzes and interprets a patient’s history, symptoms, physical
findings, and diagnostic information to develop appropriate
clinical assessment and treatment plan. Develops treatment plans
are based on scientific rationale, standards of care, and clinical
practice guidelines. Documents all health care services provided
and include comprehensive records of health care plans and
prognosis in the patient’s medical record. Counsels patients on
prescribed drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions
with other drugs or substances. Recommends interventions to modify
behavior associated with health risks. Educates patients about
self-management of acute or chronic illnesses, tailoring
instructions to patients' individual circumstances. Provides
patients with information needed to promote good health, reduce
risk factors, and prevent disease or disability. Consults with or
refers patients to appropriate specialists when conditions exceed
the scope of practice or expertise. Reads current literature, talk
with colleagues, and participates in professional organizations or
conferences to keep abreast of developments in nursing. Recommends
diagnostic or therapeutic interventions with attention to clinical
indication, safety and patient acceptability and compliance, to
treatment plan. Schedules follow-up visits to monitor patients or
evaluate health or illness care. Maintains current knowledge of
state legal regulations for nurse practitioner/physician assistant
practice and licensure requirements. Performs primary care
procedures such as suturing, splinting, administering
immunizations, taking specimen cultures, and appropriate wound care
and debridement as necessary. Maintains departmental policies and
procedures in areas such as safety and infection control. Must be
available for 24-hour coverage based on the need of the facility
and as assigned, to advise nursing staff in the care of
detainees/inmates/residents after hours. Performs other duties as
assigned. Qualifications Minimum Requirements Graduate from an
accredited school of nursing or physician assistant studies
required. Must have a current, unrestricted license to practice as
a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner, or as a Physician
Assistant in the state the facility is located, as well as a
current DEA license. Must maintain current copy of applicable
licenses at the facility. Two (2) years of advanced practice
experience preferred. Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
Skill in performing uncomplicated surgical procedures. Ability to
administer prescribed medications. Ability to perform complete
physical appraisals of patients. Ability to identify and evaluate
illnesses. Ability to initiate diagnostic laboratory tests and
evaluate the results. Ability to manage the care of patients.
Ability to work with patients having a variety of physical
problems. Ability to compile and evaluate medical histories and
other clinical and laboratory data. Ability to plan, organize and
coordinate work assignments. Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with others. Ability to work with computers and the necessary
software typically used by the department. GEO Secured Services
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