Nurse Practitioner — Community Health & Equity Advocate

Oroville Medical Care System; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Oroville Medical Care System seeks a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our Newark, New Jersey hospital team in a full-time, onsite capacity. The NP will deliver patient-centered care across a diverse population, diagnose, treat, and coordinate care with physicians and support staff.

Requirements include NP certification, an active state license, a Master’s degree in Nursing, and 3+ years of clinical experience, preferably in community health.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Nurse Practitioner and active state nursing license are required.
• A Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program is essential.
• A minimum of three years of clinical experience, ideally in community health or public health settings, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the health status of patients through comprehensive assessments and examinations, establishing accurate diagnoses.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient.
• Conduct initial examinations, including thorough physical assessments and observations.
• Operate, maintain, and monitor essential medical equipment during evaluations.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and communicate results to patients.
• Document patient medical histories in the EMR with precision.
• Make referrals to specialists for comprehensive care when needed.
• Provide education to patients and families about treatment plans and wellness.
• Manage follow-up care and adjust plans based on outcomes.

Skills

Patient education

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Telehealth

Job description

Oroville Medical Care System seeks a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our Newark, New Jersey hospital team in a full-time, onsite capacity. The NP will deliver patient-centered care across a diverse population, diagnose, treat, and coordinate care with physicians and support staff.

Requirements include NP certification, an active state license, a Master’s degree in Nursing, and 3+ years of clinical experience, preferably in community health.