APRN - Specialty Care

Community Clinic; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Liability Coverage

Access to the HRSA loan forgiveness program

Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement plan with employer contribution

Job summary

A regional healthcare system is seeking an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) specializing in comprehensive care for patients with chronic conditions. This full-time role involves patient evaluation, medication management, and collaboration with a supervising physician. Candidates should hold a Master's in Nursing and an active APRN license in Arkansas, with a minimum of 2 years' specialty care experience. The position offers benefits like malpractice coverage, health insurance, and student loan forgiveness.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a provider of Specialty care.
• Experience managing chronic disease populations is preferable.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish or Marshallese are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, diagnoses, and manages patients with chronic conditions.
• Works in collaboration with a supervising physician.
• Manages a panel of patients and supports appropriate interventions.
• Participates in Quality Improvement practices in the clinic.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Medication management

Care coordination

Empathy and respect

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Active APRN license in Arkansas

National certification as a Nurse Practitioner

Job description

Community Clinic is a trusted regional healthcare system dedicated to delivering exceptional, whole-person care in a compassionate, professional, and welcoming environment. As we continue to grow across the region, we remain grounded in one belief: people matter. That includes our patients—and our team. Every employee plays a vital role in living out our promise: We care. You belong.

Job Summary

The APRN – Specialty Care provides comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals with chronic medical conditions. Working in collaboration with a supervising physician, this role is responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and managing patients with chronic conditions with a strong emphasis on medication management, patient education, and care coordination. The APRN will manage a panel of patients, support appropriate interventions, and contribute to quality and value-based care initiatives. This position is for a clinic in the Northwest Arkansas area and is a full-time, exempt role. Schedule will be approximately Monday-Friday 8-5. Malpractice coverage and student loan forgiveness available to qualified candidates.

• Provides clinical services as defined at the Community Clinic or through sites designated for the provision of health care services by the Clinic
• Practices within the scope of competency as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
• Refers patients for specialized care when conditions fall outside of standard scope of practice of APRN or PA.
• Cooperates with administrative duties such as: credentialing, clinic certifications, medical staff development, and representation within the community.
• Ensures clinical notes are entered in the patient’s electronic medical record in an accurate and timely manner, according to industry standards and Community Clinic policy.
• Assigns all patient and third party billing responsibility and resultant income to the Community Clinic.
• Participates in Quality Improvement practices in the clinic, including, but is not limited to, chart and peer reviews.
• Follows Clinic’s protocols and procedures for care and documentation.
• Meets or exceeds minimum productivity expectations.
• Adheres to the mission of Community Clinic, reinforces mission with staff, and promotes mission to the community.
• Utilizes all Clinic resources to improve patient outcomes, including behavioral health consultants, Diabetic Educators, audiologists, etc.
• Maintains continuing education at board-required levels.
• Adheres to applicable regulatory guidelines and laws, including but not limited to HIPAA/HITECH, CLIA, HRSA and OSHA.

Community Clinic Essential Competencies

• Service: Treats every patient and coworker with empathy, respect, and a genuine desire to help.
• Ownership: Takes responsibility for their actions, follows through on commitments, and upholds high standards even when no one is watching.
• Adaptability: Remains flexible, open to change, and willing to learn in order to meet the evolving needs of our patients, teams, and organization.
• Collaboration: Works together with openness and respect, shares information freely, and supports co-workers to provide seamless, high-quality care.
• Problem Solving: Approaches challenges with curiosity, finds practical solutions, and takes initiative to improve processes and patient experiences.

Required qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing or higher degree
• Active APRN license in the state of Arkansas
• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner
• 2+ years of experience as a provider of Specialty care

Preferred qualifications

• Experience managing chronic disease populations
• Familiarity with biologic therapies and medication monitoring protocols
• Bilingual skills in either Spanish or Marshallese

Why Work at Community Clinic?

• Be a part of a mission-driven organization committed to providing access to health-care to everyone in your community!
• Professional Liability Coverage
• Access to the HRSA loan forgiveness program
• Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement plan (automatic employer contribution of 5% per paycheck!)