Family Nurse Practitioner

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems (Wisconsin) is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care under physician supervision. The role emphasizes health maintenance, disease prevention, patient education, and counseling in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating conditions, ordering tests, educating patients, and collaborating with physicians. Requires California NP license, ANCC/AANP certification, and DEA

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from an accredited School of Nursing recognized by the California Board of Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Three years’ experience in a specialized field of practice (Family/OB).
• Must have a current California Nurse Practitioner license.
• ANCC or AANP certification required for Nurse Practitioner.
• Must have a current DEA certificate.
• Current AHA Basic Life Support certification required.
• Must maintain continuing medical education requirements for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary healthcare to patients and families under physician supervision.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions.
• Perform physical examinations and preventive health measures.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Educate patients and families about preventive care and treatments.
• Prescribe drugs or therapies as appropriate.
• Collaborate with medical staff and physicians as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Professional ethics

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Customer service

Adaptability

Physical stamina

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

California NP license

ANCC Certification or AANP Certification

DEA certificate

BLS certification

CME requirements

Job description

• Location 2933 University Ave,Riverside, CA, 92507,United States
• Base Pay $135,826.00 - $176,574.00 / Year
• Job Category Clinical
• Employee Type Full Time - Exempt
• Required Degree Masters
• Manage Others Yes

Contact information

• Name Elsa Smith
• Email [e-mail]

Job Summary

The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing primary healthcare to patients and families, focusing on health maintenance, disease prevention, patient education and counseling. Working under direct supervision of a Physician, the Nurse Practitioner follows established guidelines as required and within the established scope of practice. This position will participate in performance improvement activities and provide guidance to Registered Nurses and Medical Assistants.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Effectively identifies, evaluates, and addresses disease prevention and health promotion issues of the population in the clinic while administering quality patient care.
• Responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of acute, chronic, and long-term healthcare issues.
• Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of physician.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient’s clinical problems and health care needs.
• Educates patients and/or families about preventive care, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications.
• The Nurse Practitioner may council patients/ families on current medical conditions, patient progress, and evolving plan of care.
• Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures.
• Works in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allows for consultation, collaboration, or referral.
• Consulting and collaborating with the Physician will be initiated as needed to ensure competent, safe, and appropriate patient care.
• May refer patients to physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment.
• Submits health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review and evaluation by physician.
• Facilitates evaluation of records by physician(s), peers, and Quality and Standards according to protocols, and receives and implements constructive directives.
• Responsible for participating in quality improvement projects/activities and accountable for quality and PCMH.
• Perform all other duties as directed either formally or informally, verbally or in writing.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervises Registered Nurse and Medical Assistants in the performance of their clinical duties and responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• A high standard of professionalism and professional ethics and conduct is expected in speech, manner, attitude and appearance at all times.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with divergent groups
• Must possess excellent customer service including verbal and written communication.
• Ability to deal effectively with changing situations and stressful environment.
• Ability to perform tasks related to physical activity to complete the responsibilities of the position.

Experience and Education

• Must be a graduate from an accredited School of Nursing recognized by the California Board of Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner
• Three years’ experience in a specialized field of practice (Family/OB)
• Must have a current California Nurse Practitioner license
• American Nursing Credentialing Corporation (ANCC) Certification or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) required for Nurse Practitioner
• Must have a current DEA certificate
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Must maintain continuing medical education requirements for licensure