Nurse Practitioner

Vernon J Harris East End Community Health Center; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan with company 3%

Paid Time Off from Day 1

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

CME PTO

Job summary

Capital Area Health Network (CAHN) in Richmond, VA is hiring a Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care within our community health center. This on-site role partners with a physician under a collaborative practice agreement to deliver comprehensive exams, health education, and coordinated care.

The ideal candidate holds a VA NP license, a Master’s degree, and ANA certification or eligibility, with strong clinical assessment and patient education skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing with advanced assessment skills required.
• Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in Virginia.
• ANA Certification prior to or within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive examination, health education, and treatment within the nurse specialist’s scope of practice.
• Examines the patient, collects health history and physical exam data.
• Orders or administers diagnostic tests and interprets results.
• Prescribes drugs and develops patient management plans.
• Documents patient records and ensures continuity of care.
• Collaborates with physicians and specialists as needed.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Collaborative practice

Education

Master's degree in nursing with advanced skills in physical assessment

Graduation from an accredited nurse practitioner program

Job description

Capital Area Health Network (CAHN)Richmond, VA — On‑Site PositionMake a real impact with Capital Area Health Network (CAHN), a dynamic and growing Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in the heart of Richmond, VA. We’re expanding our team and seeking talented, mission‑driven professionals who want to elevate community health. At CAHN, we innovate, we serve with purpose, and we are just better. Step into a role where your work creates lasting change.Our Core ValuesCompassion – We treat every person with dignity and fairness, ensuring no one feels alienated or discriminated against.Accountability – We safeguard confidentiality and remain transparent with all stakeholders.Reverence – We are called to serve and uplift those in need while fostering mutual respect.Excellence – We commit to continuous learning to deliver culturally responsive, high‑quality care.Stewardship – We manage resources responsibly for the benefit of our organization and community.Who We AreCAHN provides comprehensive primary care, dental services, and behavioral health support, ensuring every person receives the quality care they deserve—regardless of background or circumstance.Our Mission:To deliver effective, accessible, and culturally responsive care, education, and advocacy that promote health and quality of life.Discover a place where your work makes a difference.Discover Capital Area Health Network.Job SummaryThe Nurse Practitioner functions under the collaborative practice agreement with a physician and provides professional medical services in the community health center setting.Essential FunctionsThe following duties are considered essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made in accordance with the ADA to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.Provides comprehensive examination, screening, health education, and treatment of patients with- in the nurse specialist’s scope of practice using a systematic approach to history and physical appraisal of the patient.Examines the patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.Administers or orders diagnostic tests and interprets test results for deviations from normal.Performs therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, and managing infections, aspirations, EKG.Develops and implements patient comprehensive management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care.Prescribes drugs according to licensed prescriptive authority, dispenses supplies and prescribes other treatments (e.g. physical therapy) to aid in the management of acute and chronic health problems.Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens.Establishes a collaborative relationship with other medical providers and specialists; determines need for consultation and assists in medical care treatment provided at the direction of specialists.Documents and maintains patient records of services provided according to program standards.Participates in education of graduate nursing students as assigned.ScheduleMonday-Tuesday 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.Wednesday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Occasional extended hoursOn-site positionBenefits at CAHNWe value our team, and it shows in our comprehensive benefits package:Health CoverageMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceSecondary Gap InsurancePrescription Drug PlanSupplemental Policies through Colonial LifeFinancial Security401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 3% Company MatchEmployer‑Sponsored Short‑Term DisabilityEmployer‑Paid Life and AD&D InsuranceWork‑Life BalancePaid Time Off (PTO) accrued beginning Day 1Self‑Care Floating Holidays8.5 Paid HolidaysAdditional SupportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibilityCME PTO: Up to 5 daysContinuing Education reimbursement up to $1,500Relocation reimbursement up to $2,500Loan repayment opportunities through NHSCWe are committed to supporting your well‑being—at work and beyond.Education & ExperienceGraduation from an accredited nurse practitioner program. Master’s degree in nursing with advanced skills in physical assessment. ANA Certification prior to or within one year of employment.License to practice medicine in the State of VirginiaCurrent DEA registration.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to carry out each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics necessary for the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.