Nurse Practitioner

DeKalb Health; Kingston (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great pay

Healthcare

401k

Job summary

Family Health Center of Southern Oklahoma is seeking a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner to join our provider team. You will deliver direct medical care to patients under physician supervision, conducting exams, histories, tests, and follow-up plans.

Applicants must be APRN graduates with Oklahoma NP licensure, DEA/OSBN certificates, BLS, and CME credentials. This is an exempt full-time role with on-site duties and a focus on comprehensive, accessible care for diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited APRN training program.
• Current Oklahoma NP licensure to practice.
• DEA and OSBN certificates held and current.
• BLS certification current; CME requirements satisfied.
• Basic computer skills adequate for practice documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and performs comprehensive physical exams.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests and manages therapy and follow-up.
• Implements patient management plans and documents progress notes.
• Counsels patients on treatment plans, growth, development and health maintenance.
• Documents encounters in the patient record on the day of service.
• Participates in a rotational call schedule with clinicians.
• Attends team meetings to comply with PCMH standards.
• Supports Health Disparity Collaborative activities and data reporting.
• Maintains licensure and certifications; collaborates with physicians as needed.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Physical and mental capability

Education

APRN program graduate

Oklahoma NP license

DEA and OSBN certificates

BLS certification

CME requirements credentialing

Job description

• Location 21 N. Main,Kingston, OK, 73439,United States
• Job Category Medical Provider
• Employee Type Exempt FT

• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

JOB SUMMARY:

The Nurse Practitioner is an integral member of the provider team, provides direct medical services to patients under direction and responsibility of a physician.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides direct patient care, performs comprehensive physical examination, obtains a thorough and appropriate health history, compiles patient medical data and arranges testing, therapy, and follow-up.
• Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal.
• Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimes, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
• Documents each patient encounter in the patient record, clearly and concisely, on the day the patient encounter takes place.
• Serves as a participant on rotational call schedule with other clinicians.
• Participates in provider team meetings to comply with PCMH team standards.
• Participates in any other designated activities and projects for PCMH as assigned by the Chief Medical Officer.
• Initiates patient referrals as necessary, and communicates with the referral clinician or agency.
• Supports activities related to the Health Disparity Collaborative. Duties include but are not limited to supporting the incorporation of staff time for data entry, team meetings, production and submission of monthly reports, maintenance of database.
• Maintains and improves clinical skills by attending health center provider meetings.
• Consults supervising or alternate physician when appropriate.
• Participates in community agencies and/or resources in providing continuity of care.
• Maintains up to date required state licensures and certifications.
• Follows the mission and vision statement.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an accredited training program for APRN.
• Certified by the state of Oklahoma to practice as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Eligible for medical malpractice insurance.
• Holds current continuing CME requirements and other credentialing and privileging criteria required for this position.
• Possesses DEA and Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drug Control Certificate.
• Holds Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Basic computer skills needed.
• Physical and mental capability to perform the responsibilities of the position.

Family Health Center of Southern Oklahoma is a Community Health Center that focuses on wellness, collaboration, and excellence. Providing care for all patients whether they have insurance or not, we offer comprehensive services like medical, dental, prescription, and mental health services, striving to treat the whole body.

FHCSO is looking for someone to join our team of amazing people. This position is for a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner.

Why Should You Apply?

• Great Pay
• Exceptional Benefits including healthcare and 401k