Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient Care & Leadership

Independence Health System; North Huntingdon Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System seeks a Nurse Practitioner to evaluate and treat patients in the outpatient setting, collaborating with supervising physicians to ensure evidence-based care.

You will perform exams, manage treatment plans, and document care while ensuring patient safety and adherence to licensing requirements. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Expert level oral and written communication.
• Strong decision making and critical thinking abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills.
• Ability to work well in interdisciplinary teams with patients and providers.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Sound judgment in urgent clinical situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care in outpatient setting under supervision.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients following guidelines and protocols.
• Document assessments and treatment plans accurately.
• Prescribe immunizations per schedules and coordinate preventive care.
• Collaborate with physicians and care team for continuity of care.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and safety initiatives.

Skills

Oral/Written Communication

Decision Making

Independent Thinking

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Sound Judgment

Work in Team Environment

Education

Nurse Practitioner

Registered Nurse

Job description

Independence Health System seeks a Nurse Practitioner to evaluate and treat patients in the outpatient setting, collaborating with supervising physicians to ensure evidence-based care.

You will perform exams, manage treatment plans, and document care while ensuring patient safety and adherence to licensing requirements. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential in this role.