Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care

Martin's Point Health Care Inc.; Scarborough (ME); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Martin's Point Health Care Inc. is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to work collaboratively with the care team. This role involves providing medical services, creating treatment plans, and administering care across various settings.

Qualified candidates will have a nursing background, relevant licenses, and strong skills in patient interaction and emergency response. The position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes within a supportive team.

Qualifikationen

• Two years of experience in a paneled Primary Care Provider role.
• State Registered Nurse Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license required.
• ANA Board certification (ANCC or AANP) needed.

Aufgaben

• Elicits detailed history and performs examinations.
• Creates treatment plans and prescribes medication.
• Performs routine diagnostic studies.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge of professional nursing theory

Skill in applying nursing principles

Skill in taking medical history

Ability to react in emergency situations

Ausbildung

Graduate of an accredited nursing school

Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program

Tools

Medical equipment and instruments

Jobbeschreibung

Position Summary

Nurse Practitioners work collaboratively with all members of the care team to provide world‑class service to patients and staff. NP with a current license, DEA#, and granted clinical privileges will deliver medical services necessary to meet patients’ needs under the guidance of the Practice Medical Director and/or supervising physician. NP will communicate directly with supervising physicians, medical staff, nursing staff, and other members of the health care team to coordinate patient care requirements.

Key Outcomes

• Elicits a detailed history, performs a physician examination, identifies problems, and records the pertinent data.
• Creates a treatment plan and implements components, including prescribing medication.
• Performs or interprets routine diagnostic studies such as laboratory procedures, common radiologic studies, and electrocardiographic tracings.
• Performs therapeutic procedures within scope, such as injections, immunizations, wound care, incision and drainage, treatment of verrucae, follow‑up of simple fractures, removal of splinters, and simple laceration repairs.
• Instructs, counsels, and prescribes for patients regarding diet, disease prevention, therapy, growth, development, family planning, and situational adjustment.
• Assists in inpatient settings by performing patient rounds, recording progress notes, and implementing therapeutic plans with the supervising physician.
• Assists in the delivery of services in continuing‑care facilities, reviewing and monitoring treatment plans.
• Performs independent evaluation and therapeutic procedures essential for life‑threatening situations.
• Facilitates appropriate referrals and maintains awareness of community health facilities, agencies, and resources.
• Prescribes and dispenses schedules II, III, IIIN, IV, and V substances plus all legend drugs under medical delegation.
• Provides care at all Martin's Point Health Care facilities and the After‑Hours Clinic in accordance with current contracts.
• Collaborates with the physician supervisor to work within the appropriate delegation of medical tasks.
• Documents capability and continued competency for privileges granted by the Medical Executive Committee.
• Participates in daily huddles and regular team meetings to improve workflows and patient outcomes.
• Performs other duties as requested by the Practice Medical Director.

Education & Experience

• Two years of experience in a paneled Primary Care Provider role.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program.

Required Licenses & Certifications

• State Registered Nurse Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license
• ANA Board certification (ANCC or AANP)
• BLS Certification
• DEA License

Skills, Knowledge & Competencies

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practice, and medical care.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.
• Skill in applying and modifying principles, methods, and techniques of nurse practitioners for ongoing patient care.
• Skill in taking medical history and interpreting findings.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Additional Information

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Martin's Point complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].