Per Diem Nurse Practitioner

Planned Parenthood North Central States

Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota

Per Diem

Nurse Practitioner  – Saint Cloud, MN 

Pay: $48-$68 per hour

Pay: The anticipated salary range for this position X depending on experience
and qualifications. Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors,
including relevant work experience, the skills required for the role, internal
equity, market competitiveness, and budget considerations. We are committed to
ensuring fair and competitive pay for all employees.
Schedule: Per diem, 32 hours per month.
Clinic Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9:00-5:00pm, Friday: 8:00-4:00pm
Location:  St Cloud, MN 

Job type: Hourly/Non-exempt
Union Membership: This position is represented by SEIU.
Questions? Contact Jobs@ppncs.org [Jobs@ppncs.org].

Job Summary

Under general and clinical supervision of the Advanced Practice Clinician
Manager, administrative supervision of the Health Center Manager, and in
collaboration with the Associate Medical Directors, Chief Medical Officer, and
Program Directors, the Clinician provides clinical services, including
reproductive and sexual health care, to patients at designated PPNCS health
center(s). Clinicians are advocates in implementing our mission of “Advancing
and protecting sexual and reproductive healthcare for all.” They may perform
other related duties to support health center operations as assigned.

Benefits and Perks

This position is eligible for paid time off (PTO), Earned Sick and Safe Time
(ESST), and participation in the 403(b)-retirement plan. We also offer employee
discounts for electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars,
fitness memberships, groceries, and at Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell & more.

We also offer

* Flexible Start date
* Comprehensive paid training for all health services positions & flexibility
with hours per week during training. Training includes classroom, mock
clinic, and shadowing shifts.
* Shift differentials:
* $1.50/hour (weekend), $3.00/hour (evening), $4.00/hour (float/travel),
$2.00/hour (Bilingual), and $3.00/hour (ultrasound)
* Travel
* Schedules created & sent out 6 weeks in
* Option of picking up additional shifts, including at other locations other
than your “home”

Minimum Qualifications

* Current active, unencumbered state license as a Registered Nurse and APN in
state you are applying for the role, and ability to obtain additional state
license(s) upon hire or active license as a Physician Assistant
* Current national board-certification as an Advanced Practice Nurse or a
Physician Assistant
* DEA license or ability to obtain at hire, and enrollment in Controlled
Substance Monitoring Program as applicable in state you are applying for the
role
* Advanced degree, minimally Master’s Degree
* Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification for healthcare providers

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Clinicians practice according to the PPNCS medical standards and guidelines
(MS&G) and as indicated by the patient’s status; Clinicians practice includes

the following

* Obtains pertinent patient history and performs a physical exam, as indicated
by the visit type.
* Recognizes and addresses deviations from normal.
* Performs, orders, and interprets both screening and diagnostic testing;
addresses abnormal findings.
* Develops plan, which may include treatment, medical or other referrals,
and/or prescribing of medications.
* Provides patient instruction regarding plan of care, preventive education,
and health promotion and maintenance.
* Consults with Medical Director or clinician on-call as indicated.
* Obtains informed consent when indicated.
* Collaborates with the health care team and other community agencies and
resources, as indicated.
* Assesses interventions and/or referral progress as indicated.
* Documents accurately and clearly.
* Supervises clinic support staff regarding routine patient orders.
* Collaborates with Health Center Manager to meet clinic goals, productivity
benchmarks, and assigned tasks.
* Provides patient focused care and assures smooth and efficient patient and
clinic flow processes.
* Interprets scientific studies based on knowledge of basic research
principals; Provides input and current information for the on-going process
of protocol development.
* Stays up-to-date on reproductive health care developments and maintains CE
requirements for required licensure and certification.
* Meets quality assurance requirements, including the appropriate dispensing of
medications.
* Maintains patient confidentiality and meets compliance requirements,
including HIPAA.
* Meets coding and documentation requirements.
* Possesses basic comprehension and skills of PPNCS clinic computer technology
as it relates specifically to the Clinician role.
* Recognizes ethical, legal, and professional issues inherent in providing
reproductive health care.
* Communicates clinical and professional issues and questions to the Advanced
Practice Clinician Manager and/or Associate Medical Director of Family
Planning as appropriate.
* Follows protocol and training requirements for expanding scope of practice
and/or learning new procedures, i. e. colposcopy, IUD insertion, ultrasound,
etc.
* Works to ensure understanding and acceptance of the Clinician role with
colleagues, consumers, and the community.
* Maintains a working knowledge of Planned Parenthood policies and procedures
and apply these to patient and clinic services.
* Prescribes all FDA approved methods of birth control.
* Provides medication or surgical abortion follow up.
* Refers patients for medication or surgical abortion, prenatal care, or
adoption services.
* Counsels HIV+ clients.
* Assists physicians with evaluation of medication abortion patients. (MN, IA,
and NE only)
* For MN MAB sites: Provide evaluation and management of medication abortion
patients
* Participates in the onboarding of new employees and supporting the
cross-training of established employees.
* Collaborates with and

Immunization Requirements

* Hepatitis B vaccination records
* Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccination records or proof of immunization
* Tuberculosis PPD Skin Test that is no older than 12 months

About Us

At PPNCS, we believe all people deserve the right, the freedom, and the
opportunity to follow their personal ambitions and choose their own path toward
a healthier, more meaningful life. That’s why we protect, promote, and provide
comprehensive and progressive sexual and reproductive health care for
generations of people and families with empathy, care, and respect. We are
looking for passionate, dedicated staff who are eager to make positive
contributions to their community and to the Planned Parenthood mission. To learn
more: Our Mission
[https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-north-central-states].

When you work for Planned Parenthood, you make a difference in the lives of
those we serve by affirming the human right to reproductive health and freedom. 

Planned Parenthood is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
race, color, creed, sex, gender identity or gender expression, national origin,
age, veteran status, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, size,
disability, socioeconomic status, or status regarding public assistance. Planned
Parenthood is committed to encouraging and promoting diversity as well as
providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for
individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and
activities. Planned Parenthood is dedicated to an equitable and inclusive work
environment and encourages all interested candidates to apply regardless of
initial skill set.

*Any job offer will be contingent upon the results of a background
investigation.*

This position is included in the SEIU bargaining unit, and depending on state
law, requires union dues be deducted from employee paychecks in an amount up to
2.25% of gross pay.