Nurse Practitioner

Paycom - ATS; Milwaukie (OR); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 20 days

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness reimbursements

401k with match

Disability insurance

EAP

Life insurance

Job summary

Neighborhood Health Center in Portland, OR seeks a Family Nurse Practitioner to deliver primary care on-site within a collaborative clinical team. The role involves assessing, diagnosing, treating, and educating patients with support from physicians and other clinicians.

Requirements include an MS in Nursing, national certification, and an active Oregon prescriptive authority license, plus BLS/ACLS. The position offers full-time hours and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• MSN from an accredited graduate program is required.
• Successful completion of national certification is required.
• Active, unrestricted Oregon license with prescriptive authority is required.
• BLS and/or ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts physicals examinations and mental health assessments for preventive, acute and chronic care.
• Performs, orders, and interprets diagnostic procedures and tests.
• Develops and implements treatment plans with prescribed medications and injections.
• Documents findings and updates medical records and care plans.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to provide evidence-based care.
• Provides evening and weekend on-call coverage when scheduled.
• Participates in team huddles and quality improvement workflows.
• Attends meetings and participates in committees as requested.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Electronic health records

Leadership

Education

Master's of Science in Nursing

National certification

Oregon license with prescriptive authority

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHRs)

Job description

Who We Are:Neighborhood Health Center is a non-profit organization local to Portland, OR serving underserved patients in the areas of primary care, internal medicine, dental services and more. Our patient-centered approach to care honors the unique needs and circumstances of each individual patient. NHC sees people, not problems, and recognizes that the time spent as a patient in a doctors office is only one factor in a persons overall health. Our leading edge, integrated clinical teams work in partnership with patients, their families, and the communities we serve to provide whole-person care, prevention, and ongoing support.NHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate differences in the workplace and do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (sex), national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.Why work with us?We are a non-profit organization, passionate about providing the underserved population with medical and dental services across the greater Portland area, committed to making a difference daily.We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes 20 days of PTO (based on full time employment), 9 paid holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, quarterly wellness reimbursements, generous 401k retirement plan with employer match, employer paid disability insurance, EAP and life insurance.Our employees voted NHC a Top Workplace in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024!Job Title: Family Nurse PractitionerDepartment: MedicalReports To: Clinic ManagerWork Type: On-SiteClassification: Full-Time, ExemptLanguage Differential: EligibleSUMMARYThis position is responsible for providing primary care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care.Essential Job DutiesConducts physicals examinations and/or mental health assessments to address preventive, acute and chronic healthcare needs of patients.Performs, orders, and interprets diagnostic procedures and lab tests.Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with guidelines and state laws.Records findings and develops a plan of action based on the patient’s health history and condition, and when necessary, consults with other providers to prepare a comprehensive care plan.Prepares documentation for medical records including updating medical charts by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, and medications.Collaborates with internal and external multidisciplinary teams to provide innovative and evidence-based care.Reviews patient chart notes, case summaries, and other relevant documentation and correspondence.Provides evening and weekend consultation on-call when scheduled.Participates in team huddles to review the schedule at the start of the clinic day.Participates in process and quality improvement workflows.Participates in peer reviews and chart reviews.Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.Performs other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSEducation and/or ExperienceFNP: Master's of Science in Nursing a from an accredited graduate-level nursing program is required.Successful completion on national certification exam is required.License and/or Certification RequirementsNationally-recognized certification and active, unrestricted Oregon license with prescriptive authority is required.BLS and/or ACLS certification required.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & BehaviorsKnowledge of professional nursing theory, practices and regulations related to evaluating and providing patient care.Skill in oral and written communication including interviewing to gather medical histories, providing presentations, consultations, facilitation, and documentation, e.g., writing medical orders, patient education materials, and medical record updates.Ability to analyze complex data and draw valid conclusions.Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures,Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the general public.Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the delivery of health care to a diverse and underserved population.Ability to use good judgement in difficult situations.Ability to communicate professionally with peers, management, and patients alike.Ability to act as a leader to clinic support staff.Experience and proficiency using electronic health records.WORKING CONDITIONSRegularly sit while working on the computer; use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects tools or controls; repeat the same movements when entering data; ability to differentiate between colors, shades, and brightness; read from a computer screen for extended periods of time.Frequently stand and walk around the office to gather supplies, required to do filing, use office equipment, or collaborate with employees.Occasionally stand, stoop and lift or move objects, equipment and supplies weighing approximately 20-25 pounds up to 40-50 pounds.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This position will have frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, and other conditions common to a clinic environment.This position may travel to other clinics or locations to attend meetings or provide coverage.Neighborhood Health Center Employment Offers are contingent on successful completion of reference checks, background checks, drug screening for illegal substances, Tuberculosis, and any position specific credentialing or licensure requirements.