Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Downtown)

Neighborhood-Healthcare; Escondido (CA); Sur place; USD 124 000 - 191 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Vacation and Holidays

Sick/Personal time

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

403b Retirement plan

Health and Wellness events

Résumé du poste

Neighborhood Healthcare seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide general medical care under supervision, delivering patient-centered services in a dynamic team. You will assess patients, manage treatment plans, and contribute to continuous care improvements.

The role emphasizes collaboration, compliance with practice protocols, and ongoing professional development within a community health environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing is required.
• RN license in good standing is required.
• CA DEA licensure is required and must be maintained.
• Current BLS certification is required upon hire.
• Bachelor’s degree and completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program is required.
• CA PA license in good standing is required.

Responsabilités

• Performs comprehensive physical examinations.
• Orders, administers, and interprets diagnostic tests.
• Performs injections, immunizations, suturing, and wound care.
• Counsels patients on adherence to treatment regimens and health maintenance.
• Assesses age-appropriate care and supports team goals.
• Maintains professional relationships and supports department objectives.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Organization

Formation

Master's degree in nursing

RN license in good standing

CA PA license in good standing

CA DEA license

BLS certification

Bachelor's degree & PA program

Description du poste

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Downtown)

Job Category: Advance Practice Provider

Requisition Number: NURSE004383

• Posted : October 12, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

About Us

Community health is about more than just vaccines and checkups. It's about giving people the resources they need to live their best lives. At Neighborhood, this is our vision. A community where everyone is healthy and happy. We're with you every step of the way, with the care you need for each of life's chapters. At Neighborhood, we are Better Together.

As a private, non-profit 501(C) (3) community health organization, we serve over 350k medical, dental, and behavioral health visits from more than 90k people annually. We do this in pursuit of our mission to improve the health and happiness of the communities we serve by providing quality care to all, regardless of situation or circumstance.

We have been doing this since 1969 and it is our employees that make this mission a reality. Regardless of the role, our team focuses on being compassionate, having integrity, being professional, always collaborating, and consistently going above and beyond. If that sounds like an organization you want to be a part of, we would love to have you join the team!

ROLE OVERVIEW and PURPOSE

The Advanced Practice Provider works to support the mission and vision of Neighborhood Healthcare by providing excellent patient-centered care and services within a dynamic team environment. This role will provide general medical care and treatment to patients under the direction of providers. In addition, this role will assess training opportunities to promote team development.

DIRECT PATIENT CARE

• Performs comprehensive physical examinations on patients, including review of patient medical data, such as health history
• Orders, administers, and interprets test results for diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests
• Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, and wound care, and managing infection
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance
• Impacts patient experiences by demonstrating courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracy
• Assesses and provides age-appropriate care to patients

TEAM SUPPORT

• Shares accountability for overall patient health outcomes, working in coordination with care teams
• Operates to instill confidence in our care and in our facilities to patients, fellow employees, and other stakeholders
• Responds promptly and with caring actions to patients and employees
• Maintains professional working relationships with all levels of staff, clients, and the public
• Cooperates in accomplishing communicated department goals and objectives

CLINICAL ADMINISTRATION

• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care
• Performs in accordance with NHC practice protocols and under the guidance and supervision of the supervising MD(s), according to the terms of the Supervisory Agreement
• Keeps informed of organizational activities and promote mission and goals
• Functions at highest level according to credentials and competency

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree in nursing, required
• Registered Nurse License in good standing, required
• Current CA DEA licensure is required and is to be maintained as a condition of employment
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an American Heart Association (AHA)-approved source is required upon hire and must be maintained as a condition of employment.
  • AHA-approved courses include an in-person, hands-on skills check with a certified instructor using a mannequin to demonstrate CPR and emergency response techniques.
  • Online-only BLS courses without a live skills check do not meet this requirement.
• Bachelor’s degree and completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• California State Physician Assistant License in good standing
• Current CA DEA licensure is required and is to be maintained as a condition of employment
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an American Heart Association (AHA)-approved source is required upon hire and must be maintained as a condition of employment.
  • AHA-approved courses include an in-person, hands-on skills check with a certified instructor using a mannequin to demonstrate CPR and emergency response techniques.
  • Online-only BLS courses without a live skills check do not meet this requirement.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing and proofreading skills
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Knowledgeable about and experience with providing direct care to patients
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent planning and organizational ability
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
• Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift/carry 20 lbs/weight
• Ability to stand for long periods of time

COMPLIANCE (Safety & HIPPA)

• Follow all safety procedures as outlined in Neighborhood Healthcare's Illness and Injury Prevention Plan (IIPP) and report any injuries and/or unsafe conditions immediately
• Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices
• Follow all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions
• Use appropriate body mechanics to ensure an injury free environment
• Be familiar with location of nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exits
• Follow all infection control procedures including blood-borne pathogen protocols
• Maintain privacy of all patient, employee and volunteer information and access such information only on a need-to-know basis for business purposes
• Comply with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations
• Report all behavior and/or activity that are unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful

Neighborhood Healthcare offers a generous benefit plan that includes:

• Partially company paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.
• Two plus weeks of vacation,
• Nine Holidays including two Floating Holidays of your choosing,
• Sick/Personal time,
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO),
• 403b Retirement plan (similar to a 401k),
• optional Health and Wellness events,
• and much more!

Pay range:$124,100 - $191,000 per year, depending on experience.

Compensation Disclosure

The posted salary range reflects the designated pay grade for this position. While this range represents the broader classification of the role, actual compensation will be based on several factors, including but not limited to: the candidate's overall knowledge, skills, and experience, market data and industry benchmarks, internal equity within the organization, Budgetary considerations and organizational needs. As a result, placement within the range is not guaranteed, and the full pay grade range may not be utilized.

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