Family Nurse Practitioner - Baton Rouge

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive primary and preventive care for patients of all ages—including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and chronic disease management.

• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests (labs, imaging, etc.).
• Prescribe medications and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide patient and family education on disease prevention, self-care, and wellness.
• Maintain accurate EHR documentation in compliance with state/federal guidelines.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and support staff to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in quality improvement, community health initiatives.
• Adhere to all clinic policies, regulatory standards, and maintain licensure.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited NP program.
• Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in Mississippi (or eligible to obtain).

National NP certification (e. g., ANCC or AANP).

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required; ACLS preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years’ clinical experience in primary care or family practice—a rural clinic background is a plus
• Proficiency with EHR systems.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care across diverse populations.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and full benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement) based on experience.
• Flexible scheduling—no weekends or on-call duty required.
• Supportive work environment.
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.

If you're passionate about making a tangible difference in your community and want to help shape a new clinic’s success, we want to hear from you!