Nurse Practitioner

Blue Spruce Health; Town of Vermont (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Spruce Health is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive primary and preventive care in a patient-centered setting. The NP will conduct assessments, perform exams, order tests, and develop evidence-based treatment plans for diverse populations.

This role emphasizes collaborative practice with physicians and care teams, documentation in the EHR, and engagement in quality improvement, safety, and health equity initiatives.

Qualifications

• Active NP license (or eligibility) in Vermont with national board certification in Family, Adult-Gerontology, or Primary Care.
• Clinical skills in primary and preventive care, including patient assessment, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with patients of all ages.
• Experience collaborating within an interdisciplinary care team to coordinate safe care.
• Comfort with electronic health records, documentation, and use of clinical guidelines.
• Commitment to patient-centered, non-discriminatory care including health equity.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and work independently in a fast-paced primary care setting.
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing; outpatient or family practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and physical exams; order and interpret tests.
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans for preventive and chronic care.
• Coordinate care with physicians and the care team to ensure safety and continuity.
• Document encounters in the EHR and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Clinical decision making

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

NP degree (MSN/ DNP)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Company Description

Blue Spruce Health is a primary care practice dedicated to providing personalized, relationship-centered care for patients of all ages. The team focuses on prevention, wellness, and ongoing support to help each patient navigate their unique path to health. Building trusting, long-term relationships is central to the practice’s philosophy and to promoting healing for individuals and the broader community. Clinicians at Blue Spruce Health are encouraged to practice medicine in a compassionate, collaborative environment that values continuity of care and patient advocacy.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Nurse Practitioner role is based in Williston, Rutland, Newport, or St. J, VT and focuses on providing comprehensive primary and preventive care to a diverse patient population. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, performing physical exams, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing evidence-based treatment plans. The Nurse Practitioner will manage chronic and acute conditions, provide health education and counseling, and collaborate with physicians and other care team members to coordinate care. The role also includes documenting encounters in the electronic health record, participating in quality improvement initiatives, and supporting practice protocols that promote safety, equity, and patient-centered outcomes. The Nurse Practitioner is expected to foster trusting relationships with patients and families, reflecting Blue Spruce Health’s commitment to personalized, community-oriented care.

Qualifications

• Active Nurse Practitioner license (or eligibility) in Vermont and national board certification in a relevant specialty (e.g., Family, Adult-Gerontology, Primary Care).
• Demonstrated clinical skills in primary and preventive care, including patient assessment, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust, provide clear health education, and work effectively with patients of all ages and backgrounds.
• Experience collaborating within an interdisciplinary care team, including physicians, nurses, and support staff, to coordinate safe and effective care.
• Comfort with electronic health records, documentation, and use of clinical guidelines to support evidence-based practice.
• Commitment to patient-centered, non-discriminatory care, including cultural humility, respect for diverse identities, and promotion of health equity.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and work independently in a fast-paced primary care setting.
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program; prior outpatient or family practice experience is preferred but not required.