Bilingual Nurse Practitioner — Community Health Advocate

Sacred Heart General Clinic; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company matching

Paid time off (PTO) including vacation

Continuing education support

Job summary

Sacred Heart General Clinic in Corpus Christi, TX seeks a bilingual Nurse Practitioner to deliver holistic home-based healthcare to diverse communities. You will assess health, manage acute and chronic conditions, and collaborate with local organizations to promote preventive care.

You will travel to patients' homes, work 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. with occasional evening clinics, and join weekend health fairs or outreach events. A commitment to health equity and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Nurse Practitioner certification.
• Active nursing license in the state of Texas.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Master’s preferred).
• Fluent proficiency in Spanish is required to ensure effective communication with a significant patient demographic.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical experience, particularly in community health or public health settings.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with patients and team members from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong commitment to social justice, health equity, and advocacy for marginalized communities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and perform screenings for individuals and families to identify their immediate and ongoing health concerns.
• Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic medical conditions, developing personalized care plans that include preventive measures and health promotion initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with community organizations and health stakeholders to create and implement effective health education programs tailored to the needs of the population.
• Provide culturally sensitive care that takes into account the unique backgrounds and experiences of patients, advocating unwaveringly for their rights and access to services.
• Schedule and coordinate referrals to specialists as needed, ensuring continuity of care and follow-ups for patients.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation in accordance with regulatory standards, ensuring compliance with all healthcare laws and policies.
• Engage in community outreach efforts, including health fairs, to raise awareness about health issues and provide patients with critical screenings and information.
• Keep abreast of emerging community health trends, evidence-based practices, and relevant policies to continually enhance service delivery and patient care.

Skills

Bilingual proficiency (Spanish)

Nurse Practitioner certification

Active TX nursing license

Interpersonal communication

Advocacy for health equity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Master’s preferred)

Job description

Sacred Heart General Clinic in Corpus Christi, TX seeks a bilingual Nurse Practitioner to deliver holistic home-based healthcare to diverse communities. You will assess health, manage acute and chronic conditions, and collaborate with local organizations to promote preventive care.

You will travel to patients' homes, work 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. with occasional evening clinics, and join weekend health fairs or outreach events. A commitment to health equity and teamwork is essential.