Department: Nursing/Clinical
- Bilingual always preferred.
- 2 + years NP experience- Family Practice
- Shift: Tuesday- Friday 8a-6p
- Will be the only provider at this location-Which is why experience is necessary.
- Non profit FQHC so they could qualify for NHSC Loan repayment
Providers benefits include:- On-Call limited to telephone calls- Incentive bonuses- Annual CME Hours and Allowance (Per Contract)- Reimbursement for Licenses- 403(b)- Annual discretionary match- Malpractice Insurance-FTCA- Company Paid Short Term Disability- Company Paid Long Term Disability- Company Paid Health, Dental and Vision Benefits- Employee only50,000 Life Insurance- PTO Accrued 160 hours- Holiday- 9 Holidays
General Summary: Ordering, performing and interpreting diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-rays. Diagnosing and treating acute and chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, infections, and injuries. Prescribing medications and other treatments. Managing patients' overall care. Responsible for providing primary care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. The Provider works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews; assessing presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination. Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness. Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks. Develops and implements treatment plans by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws. Handles minor lacerations. Instruct patient/family regarding medications and treatments. Educates patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention. Recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs. Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies. Prepares documentation for medical records including updating patient medical chart by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written/computerized manner. Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. Acts as consultant/collaborator to clinical team on area of specialty. Complies with patient confidentiality requirements. Promotes patient advocacy. Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails. Qualifications:
- Education: Master s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
- Certification: Current certification as a Nurse Practitioner by a recognized national certifying body (e.g., AANP, ANCC).
- Licensure: Active, unrestricted NP licenses in the state of Texas.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner, preferred.
- Skills: Excellent clinical skills, strong communication abilities, proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR), and the ability to work independently.
- Other Requirements: Current BLS strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
