FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER

Hours:  Full-time (Monday-Friday)

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Nurse Practitioners deliver primary clinical care per the PCMH/NCQA model of care for patients of Lorain County Health & Dentistry in the clinical office setting. Nurse Practitioners are responsible for maintaining and being compliant with a written standard of care arrangement with all collaborating physicians. Nurse Practitioners work within their level of training and scope of practice in family medicine. At Lorain County Health & Dentistry, Nurse Practitioners are expected to develop long term relationships with their patients, provide patient informed individualized healthcare recommendations and plans and offer ongoing support and advice as needed in accordance with Lorain County Health & Dentistry’s philosophy of “partnership” with patients while integrating its values of Respect, Quality, Compassion and Hope.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Review patient’s medical history. 
* Elicit relevant information from patient regarding current and prior conditions or ailments. 
* Elicit relevant information from patient regarding their lifestyle and behavior. 
* Elicit relevant information regarding family medical history. 
* Examine the patient using medical equipment and techniques for signs of disease, injury, and ailments.  
* Perform routine checkups and screenings. 
* Order and/or perform tests, diagnostic images, and other inquisitive diagnostics as needed. 
* Review and analyze all results, reports, and findings regarding the condition of patients.
* Diagnose and define a treatment plan for all issues or potential issues or refer patients to the appropriate specialist as needed. 
* Prescribe medications as needed.  
* Perform necessary office procedures as defined and permitted in scope of practice.  
* Develop positive, professional, and long term relationships with patients. 
* Educate patients on recommended techniques to improve and maintain good health.
* Promote good health throughout the facility in conversation and behavior.
* Refer patients to specialty care if needed for complex medical or psychological conditions. 
* Respond appropriately when on call rotation.
* Complete encounters per policy.
* Respond to requests within EHR i. e. PAQ, tasks, patient message. 
* Collaborate appropriately with provider team. 
* Participate in Peer Review. 

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

* Masters of Science in Nursing with Advanced Practice Certification required. 
* Must be board certified in area of practice.
* Must have BLS certification.
* Must be licensed in the State of Ohio and meet all requirements for credentialing and privileging.  
* Must maintain appropriate continuing education requirements as established by State Board of Medical Examiners.  

SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

* A minimum of three years of experience in a non-profit community healthcare environment is preferred. 
* Interest or previous experience in providing MAT/MOUD services preferred. 
* Must have proficient computer skills and the ability to become proficient in software programs specific to Lorain County Health & Dentistry i. e. NextGen, EPM, EHR, etc.
* Must have the skill and credibility to serve as a patient advocate and be a role model for change.
* Ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanor and communicate enthusiastically with patients. 
* Ability to be responsive in working with a culturally-diverse patient population.
* Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to master a therapeutic communication approach.
* Ability to independently coordinate multiple tasks. 
* Ability to work cooperatively with others. 
* Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus.
* Must have valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

BENEFITS

* Excellent Training and Orientation Program
* National Health Service Corps & Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Eligibility
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
* Paid Holidays
* Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
* Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
* Prescription Coverage
* Employer Paid Life Insurance
* Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
* 401(k) Retirement Plan
* Giving back, outreach, and true advocacy to the patient community we serve.

Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to adhering to employment practices in accordance with the EEOC. 

LCH&D will ensure that all persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If an accommodation is needed please contact the LCH&D Human Resources Department at careers@lorainhealth-dentistry. org [careers@lorainhealth-dentistry. org]