Advanced Practice NP — Primary Care Leader (EDRP Eligible)

NONPF; Fergus Falls (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP program

Federal benefits package

PTO 50 days/ year

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration (VHA) seeks an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Certified Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care services in a Whole Health System of care. The NP will manage a patient panel, order labs, prescribe therapies, and coordinate with the Primary Care Team to improve Veteran health outcomes.

Role emphasizes health promotion, patient education, and collaboration with interdisciplinary colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention using evidence-based practice
• Develops and implements an individualized plan to achieve optimal population health and disease management
• Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with Primary Care Team and other interdisciplinary team members
• Orders and interprets labs, tests, and diagnostic studies
• Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions
• Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services
• Provides education to patients and their families
• Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes

Job description

Veterans Health Administration (VHA) seeks an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Certified Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care services in a Whole Health System of care. The NP will manage a patient panel, order labs, prescribe therapies, and coordinate with the Primary Care Team to improve Veteran health outcomes.

Role emphasizes health promotion, patient education, and collaboration with interdisciplinary colleagues.