FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER

Lorain County Health & Dentistry; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent training program

Loan repayment eligibility

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Lorain County Health & Dentistry seeks a Family Nurse Practitioner to deliver primary care in a clinical office setting in Lorain, OH. You will collaborate with physicians, manage long-term patient relationships, and provide patient-centered care within the PCMH/NCQA model.

Requirements include an MSN with APRN certification, board certification, and Ohio licensure, plus BLS. Experience in community health and MAT/MOUD is a plus; bilingual skills are a bonus. Comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• MSN with Advanced Practice Certification required.
• Board certification in area of practice.
• BLS certification required.
• Must be licensed in Ohio and credentialing ready.
• Maintain continuing education as required.

Responsibilities

• Review patient medical history and current conditions.
• Perform exams, screenings, and routine checkups.
• Order and interpret tests and imaging; review results.
• Diagnose and define treatment plans; prescribe medications as needed.
• Educate patients on health plans and preventive care.
• Collaborate with the provider team and participate in peer review.

Skills

Clinical care

Patient advocacy

Team collaboration

Spanish (nice to have)

Education

MSN with APRN certification

Board certification

BLS certification

Ohio license

Continuing education requirement

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER

Full Time Professional Lorain, OH, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1376

Hours: Full-time/ Part-time (Monday-Friday)

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Nurse Practitioners deliver primary clinical care per the PCMH/NCQA model of care for patients of Lorain County Health & Dentistry in the clinical office setting. Nurse Practitioners are responsible for maintaining and being compliant with a written standard of care arrangement with all collaborating physicians. Nurse Practitioners work within their level of training and scope of practice in family medicine. At Lorain County Health & Dentistry, Nurse Practitioners are expected to develop long term relationships with their patients, provide patient informed individualized healthcare recommendations and plans and offer ongoing support and advice as needed in accordance with Lorain County Health & Dentistry’s philosophy of “partnership” with patients while integrating its values of Respect, Quality, Compassion and Hope.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Review patient’s medical history.
• Elicit relevant information from patient regarding current and prior conditions or ailments.
• Elicit relevant information from patient regarding their lifestyle and behavior.
• Elicit relevant information regarding family medical history.
• Examine the patient using medical equipment and techniques for signs of disease, injury, and ailments.
• Perform routine checkups and screenings.
• Order and/or perform tests, diagnostic images, and other inquisitive diagnostics as needed.
• Review and analyze all results, reports, and findings regarding the condition of patients.
• Diagnose and define a treatment plan for all issues or potential issues or refer patients to the appropriate specialist as needed.
• Prescribe medications as needed.
• Perform necessary office procedures as defined and permitted in scope of practice.
• Develop positive, professional, and long term relationships with patients.
• Educate patients on recommended techniques to improve and maintain good health.
• Promote good health throughout the facility in conversation and behavior.
• Refer patients to specialty care if needed for complex medical or psychological conditions.
• Respond appropriately when on call rotation.
• Respond to requests within EHR i.e. PAQ, tasks, patient message.
• Collaborate appropriately with provider team.
• Participate in Peer Review.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Masters of Science in Nursing with Advanced Practice Certification required.
• Must be board certified in area of practice.
• Must have BLS certification.
• Must be licensed in the State of Ohio and meet all requirements for credentialing and privileging.
• Must maintain appropriate continuing education requirements as established by State Board of Medical Examiners.

SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of three years of experience in a non-profit community healthcare environment is preferred.
• Interest or previous experience in providing MAT/MOUD services preferred.
• Must have proficient computer skills and the ability to become proficient in software programs specific to Lorain County Health & Dentistry i.e. NextGen, EPM, EHR, etc.
• Must have the skill and credibility to serve as a patient advocate and be a role model for change.
• Ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanor and communicate enthusiastically with patients.
• Ability to be responsive in working with a culturally-diverse patient population.
• Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to master a therapeutic communication approach.
• Ability to independently coordinate multiple tasks.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Bilingual Spanish speaking is a plus.
• Must have valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

BENEFITS

• Excellent Training and Orientation Program
• National Health Service Corps & Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Eligibility
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Prescription Coverage
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Giving back, outreach, and true advocacy to the patient community we serve.

Lorain County Health & Dentistry (LCH&D) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to adhering to employment practices in accordance with the EEOC.

LCH&D will ensure that all persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If an accommodation is needed please contact the LCH&D Human Resources Department.