Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA)

Position Overview

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) — Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) — provides primary medical care within a federally contracted ICE residential facility.

The APP conducts medical evaluations, diagnoses and treats acute and chronic conditions, prescribes medications, orders and interprets diagnostic testing, manages infectious disease concerns, responds to medical emergencies, and coordinates referrals for higher levels of care. This role works collaboratively with physicians, nursing staff, behavioral health professionals, pharmacy personnel, and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure safe, effective, and culturally responsive healthcare services.

This position requires experience caring for pediatric and adult populations, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Clinical Care
• Conduct medical assessments, examinations, and screenings for pediatric and adult patients.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Order, interpret, and review diagnostic tests and laboratory results.
• Develop treatment plans and provide patient education.
• Prescribe medications in accordance with state regulations and organizational policies.

Evaluate and manage special populations, including children, pregnant individuals, and patients with chronic medical conditions.

• Infectious Disease & Emergency Response
• Assess, treat, and monitor infectious diseases in accordance with applicable public health guidelines.
• Participate in infection prevention and control activities.
• Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate emergency transfers when necessary.
• Provide clinical input regarding fitness for travel and continuity of care.
• Care Coordination

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, behavioral health providers, and ancillary staff to ensure integrated patient care.

• Authorize referrals, specialty consultations, and off-site medical services as appropriate.
• Provide clinical guidance and support to nursing and support staff.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, case reviews, and quality improvement activities.
• Documentation & Compliance
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete medical records.
• Document assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, medication orders, and significant clinical events.
• Adhere to all federal, state, organizational, and professional practice standards.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with mandatory reporting requirements.

Required Qualifications & Core Competencies

• Nurse Practitioner
• Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Active, unrestricted Louisiana FNP license
• National board certification in applicable specialty.
• Physician Assistant
• Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Active, unrestricted Louisiana PA license
• Current NCCPA certification.
• All Candidates
• Active DEA registration and applicable controlled substance authorization
• Minimum two (2) years of clinical experience as an NP or PA.
• Experience treating pediatric and adult populations.
• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and clinical decision-making skills.

Experience in primary care, urgent care, emergency medicine, family practice, community health, or similar settings preferred.

• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR).
• Current BLS and ACLS; PALS preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required federal background clearances.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, is required.

Desired Skills

• Experience working in a federal contract environment
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
• Training in trauma informed care and crisis intervention

Conditions of Employment

Employees must be a U. S. Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the following screening:
• Federal background investigation (up to and including a Tier 4 DHS clearance)
• Criminal history check
• Verification of employment and education history
• Compliance with all government credentialing requirements
• Drug Screening

Employees must adhere to all federal security, confidentiality, and operational protocols while working within government facilities.

Must be able to speak, read, and write in English

Anovaeon operates 24 hours/365 days and requires the flexibility to work additional hours, nights, weekends, and holidays

Must show proof of eligibility to work in the U. S.

• Internal background check to the satisfaction of contract requirements.
• If applicable, Child Abuse/ Neglect Report (CAN) or child protective services check with no adverse findings.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit or walk for extended periods during facility operations (up to 8-12 hours per shift)
• Ability to lift, carry, and move supplies and equipment up to 50 pounds
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and perform repetitive motions
• Capability to work in varied environmental conditions (indoor/outdoor, temperature variations)
• Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations throughout the facility

Work Environment

• Fully onsite position within an ICE processing residential facility in Louisiana
• Position is located with a secure federally contracted ICE residential facility
• Fast-paced operational environment requiring attention to detail and professionalism

Other Duties & Information

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

• Position Type: Full-Time
• Travel Requirements: None
• Location: On-Site

About Anovaeon, LLC: https://www.anovaeon.com

Anovaeon, LLC is a solutions-driven company providing end-to-end expertise in humanitarian response. We don’t staff projects—we bring the right teams with the right tools, guided by innovative leadership, that together deliver operational success. From disaster response and recovery to migration and emergency preparedness, we integrate strategic leadership with hands-on execution. Our team combines deep industry experience with data-driven solutions, ensuring our partners are well equipped to mitigate crises effectively and deliver real impact and mission success.

Anovaeon, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law.

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