Nurse Practitioner- Primary Care

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP debt reduction program

Paid time off: 50 days/year

VA total rewards: pension and 401K

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Clarksville, TN seeks a Nurse Practitioner to provide evidence-based care for a patient panel, focusing on health promotion and disease management.

The role emphasizes leadership within the Primary Care Team and collaboration with interdisciplinary staff. You will conduct histories and exams, document findings, order tests, prescribe interventions, and educate patients and families.

Qualifications

• Background in project management within a clinical setting strongly preferred.
• Training or certification in quality improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean - Six Sigma) is a plus.
• Proven ability to implement and sustain process improvements in primary care or outpatient environments.
• At least 2 years Primary Care experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions, focusing on health promotion.
• Develops and implements individualized plans to achieve optimal population health and disease management.
• Performs histories and physical exams with appropriate documentation.
• Orders and interprets labs and diagnostic studies; prescribes interventions.
• Initiates referrals and collaborates with other services; provides patient education.

Skills

Project management

Clinical quality improvement

Evidence-based practice

Leadership in healthcare

Education

Nurse Practitioner license

Job description

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

Duties

• This position is located at the Clarksville Outpatient Clinic in Clarksville - TN
• The NP is a licensed independent practitioner with advanced education and national certification who provides evidence-based care for a population of patients
• Major duties Independently and responsibly manages a panel of position: patients with acute and chronic health conditions with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention using evidence-based practice Develops and implements an individualized plan to achieve optimal population health and disease management Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with Primary Care Team and other interdisciplinary team members Performs histories and physical exams Provides appropriate documentation to minimally include history - physical exam findings - diagnosis - definitive care plan and disposition of the patient Ensure that patient encounters are appropriately closed out including disposition that clearly indicates the next step of care Ensure that each patient is provided with a list of current medications and an appointment list at close-out Communicates test results to patients Orders and interprets labs - tests - and diagnostic studies Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services Provides education to patients and their families Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes Exemplifies the ICARE core values of-Integrity - Commitment - Advocacy - Respect - and Excellence Demonstrated experience leading clinical quality improvement initiatives or managing healthcare programs
• Background in project management within a clinical setting strongly preferred
• Training or certification in quality improvement methodologies (e.g. - Lean - Six Sigma) is a plus
• Proven ability to implement and sustain process improvements in primary care or outpatient environments Other duties as assigned Preferred Experience : At least 2 years Primary Care experience
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary - regular salary increases - potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
• Contact [e-mail] - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
• Learn more Pay Scale: NY60