Nurse Practitioner (Outpatient), AHMO - Avenal

American Academy Of Family Physicians; Avenal, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Starting Bonus

CEU Allowance

Student loan reimbursement

Job summary

Adventist Health seeks a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our Family Medicine team in Avenal, California. This outpatient role works with physicians, APPs, nursing staff, and care coordinators to deliver comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages in an underserved community.

The position offers full-time hours, a competitive benefits package, a starting bonus, CEU allowance, and student loan reimbursement, with opportunities for professional growth within a mission-driven health

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current California Nurse Practitioner license.
• Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (FNP preferred).
• DEA certification and furnishing license.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions across the lifespan.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history and physical examinations.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Order, interpret, and review laboratory tests and imaging studies.
• Prescribe medications per California regulations and organizational policies.
• Provide preventive care including wellness exams and immunizations.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, and lifestyle choices.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, nursing staff, and care coordinators to ensure continuity of care.
• Document patient encounters accurately in the EMR.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Fast-paced environment

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Nursing

California NP license

Board certification as NP (FNP preferred)

DEA certification and furnishing license

Current BLS certification

Job description

Nurse Practitioner – Family Medicine (Outpatient)

Adventist Health – Avenal, CA

Adventist Health is seeking a compassionate and motivated Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Family Medicine team in Avenal, California. This provider will work collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and care coordinators to deliver comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an underserved community while practicing in a supportive and mission-driven environment.

Position Highlights

• Full-time opportunity
• Opportunity to care for a diverse patient population across the lifespan
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive leadership and opportunities for professional growth

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions in patients across the lifespan
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history and physical examinations
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans
• Order, interpret, and review laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, and other diagnostic studies
• Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with California regulations and organizational policies
• Provide preventive care services, including wellness exams, immunizations, health screenings, and chronic disease management
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and healthy lifestyle choices
• Collaborate closely with physicians, specialists, nursing staff, and care coordinators to ensure continuity of care
• Document patient encounters accurately and timely within the EMR system

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $132,000–$198,000 annually
• Starting Bonus
• CEU Allowance
• Student Loan Reimbursement (paid over 5 years)

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited program
• Current California Nurse Practitioner license
• Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (FNP preferred)
• DEA certification and furnishing license required
• Current BLS certification
• Previous experience in Family Medicine, Primary Care, Community Health, or Rural Health preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment

Preferred Skills

• Experience managing chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular conditions
• Experience providing preventive and wellness care across all age groups
• Knowledge of evidence-based primary care practices
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care

Join Adventist Health and become part of a dedicated team committed to improving the health and well-being of the Avenal community. At Adventist Health, our mission is to inspire health, wholeness, and hope by extending the healing ministry of Christ. We are dedicated to providing whole-person care that supports the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of every patient we serve.

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA and HI) or the option of COVID-19 vaccine or weekly testing (required in OR), etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.