Family Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care

edwardmkennedycommunityhealthcenterinc; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HRSA Loan Repayment Program

Health insurance day-1

Disability 100% by employer

Retirement plan

CME Reimbursement

Job summary

The Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center in Worcester, MA is seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive primary care in an outpatient setting under the supervision of a Board-Certified Physician. The role involves coordinating patient care as part of a clinical team.

You will deliver direct primary care across ages, develop care plans, educate patients, manage acute and chronic illnesses, and maintain HIPAA-compliant EHRs. Mentoring students may be included.

Qualifications

• Active, Unrestricted Nurse Practitioner License in Massachusetts.
• 3+ years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner in primary care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivers direct primary care and preventative services to patients of all ages.
• Develops therapeutic plans of care for prevention, management and maintenance of health.
• Provides health education and counseling to patients.
• Provides care for Acute and Chronic Illness and Urgent Care with assessment, diagnosis, treatment and monitoring.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and mentors other staff in patient care.
• Maintains and updates Electronic Health Records (EHR) and adheres to HIPAA standards.
• Attends trainings and team meetings; engages in quality improvement projects.
• Supervises and mentors NP, medical and PA students when applicable.

Education

Unrestricted Nurse Practitioner License in Massachusetts

Job description

Are you looking for a meaningful career caring for our communities most vulnerable populations?

The Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford and the surrounding communities. We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.

As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the cultures of our staff and community. You are a good fit for our team if you’re passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment

Job Summary

The Family Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive primary care to patients within an outpatient environment. They will coordinate the care of patients under the supervision of a Board-Certified Physician. In addition, the Family Nurse Practitioner acts as a member of the clinical team and works collaboratively with other departments in providing patient care.

Essential Functions

• Delivers direct primary care and preventative services to assigned children, adolescent, and adult patients.
• Develops therapeutic plans of care for prevention, management, and maintenance of good health for patients.
• Provides health education and counseling patients.
• Provides care for Acute and Chronic Illness and Urgent Care services, which includes assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of illness.
• Works closely with multidisciplinary teams and instructs and assists other team members in management of patient care.
• Follows established practice standards and current evidence-based clinical practices and guidelines.
• Provides care related to prenatal/postnatal services and care for uncomplicated pregnancies, in conjunction with physician partners, as delineated and approved for in request for clinical privileges.
• Provides family planning counseling and services.
• Consults with physician partner and refers patients with more complex/dynamic problems to subspecialty care, as appropriate.
• Maintains and updates Electronic Health Records (EHR) in a systematic format and completes required documentation within the specified amount of time expected by the Clinical Director.
• Ensures that patient records are kept confidential consistent with Health Center policies and procedures, Joint Commission, and HIPAA standards. Monitors HIPAA compliance within the work environment.
• Attends trainings, weekly Provider and Team meetings, and collaborates on practice, administrative, and quality improvement projects, as assigned by Clinical Director
• Provides clinical supervision and mentoring to Nurse Practitioner, Medical, and Physician Assistant students by mutual agreement with the Clinical Director.
• May work a fluctuating schedule, including days, evenings, weekend shifts, and holidays according to schedule approved by Clinical Director.
• Supports a work environment that is responsible and sensitive to the needs of a diverse staff and clients. Contributes to the professional team, supporting our Mission Statement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Active, Unrestricted Nurse Practitioner License in Massachusetts.
• 3+ years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner in a related field to Primary Care a plus

Benefits

• $125,000-$135,000/yr
  • All pay rates are subject to experience, licensure or certification, and location
• Qualifies for the HRSA Loan Repayment Program
• Health Insurance plans starting on day-1 of employment. Employer pays 80% of premiums.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability paid 100% by employer.
• Competitive Retirement Plan
• CME Reimbursement
• 32 hours of clinical time and 8 hours of administrative time that can be completed remotely.