Nurse Practitioner

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• ability insurance, EAP and life insurance. Our employees voted NHC a Top Workplace in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024! Job Title: Family Nurse Practitioner Department: Medical Reports To: Clinic Manager Work Type: On-Site Classification: Full-Time, Exempt Language Differential: Eligible SUMMARY This position is responsible for providing primary care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care. Essential Job Duties Conducts physicals examinations and/or mental health assessments to address preventive, acute and chronic healthcare needs of patients. Performs, orders, and interprets diagnostic procedures and lab tests. Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with guidelines and state laws. Records findings and develops a plan of action based on the patient’s health history and condition, and when necessary, consults with other providers to prepare a comprehensive care plan. Prepares documentation for medical records including updating medical charts by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, and medications. Collaborates with internal and external multidisciplinary teams to provide innovative and evidence-based care. Reviews patient chart notes, case summaries, and other relevant documentation and correspondence. Provides evening and weekend consultation on-call when scheduled. Participates in team huddles to review the schedule at the start of the clinic day. Participates in process and quality improvement workflows. Participates in peer reviews and chart reviews. Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS Education and/or Experience FNP: Master's of Science in Nursing a from an accredited graduate-level nursing program is required. Successful completion on national certification exam is required. License and/or Certification Requirements Nationally-recognized certification and active, unrestricted Oregon license with prescriptive authority is required. BLS and/or ACLS certification required. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Behaviors Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices and regulations related to evaluating and providing patient care. Skill in oral and written communication including interviewing to gather medical histories, providing presentations, consultations, facilitation, and documentation, e. g., writing medical orders, patient education materials, and medical record updates. Ability to analyze complex data and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures, Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the general public. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of health care to a diverse and underserved population. Ability to use good judgement in difficult situations. Ability to communicate professionally with peers, management, and patients alike. Ability to act as a leader to clinic support staff. Experience and proficiency using electronic health records. WORKING CONDITIONS Regularly sit while working on the computer; use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects tools or controls; repeat the same movements when entering data; ability to differentiate between colors, shades, and brightness; read from a computer screen for extended periods of time. Frequently stand and walk around the office to gather supplies, required to do filing, use office equipment, or collaborate with employees. Occasionally stand, stoop and lift or move objects, equipment and supplies weighing approximately 20-25 pounds up to 40-50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This position will have frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, and other conditions common to a clinic environment. This position may travel to other clinics or locations to attend meetings or provide coverage. Neighborhood Health Center Employment Offers are contingent on successful completion of reference checks, background checks, drug screening for illegal substances, Tuberculosis, and any position specific credentialing or licensure requirements.