Nurse Practitioner - School Based

The Healthcare Connection; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Anthem BC Health Insurance

Wellness Rewards Program

Dental, and Vision Insurance

NHSC loan repayment eligibility

Free Life & Short-Term Disability保险

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer

CME Time and Reimbursements

10 Paid Holidays

Job summary

The HealthCare Connection, Inc. in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking a School Based Nurse Practitioner to join our dedicated Health team. This role delivers direct primary care within school-based health centers, collaborating with physicians and staff to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to student populations.

The ideal candidate holds a U.S. NP license, has at least five years in family medicine, and is comfortable working in a multi-disciplinary setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing required.
• Board-certified Nurse Practitioner licensed in Ohio.
• Minimum 5 years of family medicine experience.
• Experience in a physician office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality primary care to students and families.
• Assess, diagnose, treat, and monitor acute and chronic conditions.
• Obtain patient histories, perform exams, and order tests.
• Develop and manage treatment plans including medications.
• Promote preventive care and immunizations.
• Document encounters and maintain medical records accurately.
• Coordinate referrals and collaborate with healthcare team.
• Monitor progress and follow up on results for high-risk patients.

Skills

Clinical decision-making

Communication skills

Patient-centered care

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing

Certified Nurse Practitioner licensed in Ohio

Tools

DEA license

EHR systems

Job description

Career Opportunity: School Based Nurse Practitioner

Organization: The HealthCare Connection (THCC)

Reports to: Medical Director

About The HealthCare Connection:

Founded in 1967, The HealthCare Connection (THCC) was Ohio’s first Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Our mission is to provide quality and accessible primary healthcare services through community responsive approaches that address financial, geographic, and other barriers to care for residents of northern Hamilton County and surrounding areas.

THCC serves over 20,000 patients annually and operates two primary care clinics and six school-based health centers and growing! Our integrated model includes Primary Care, Pediatrics, Infectious Disease, Substance Use Treatment, Integrated Behavioral Health, Dental Services, Women’s Health, and Pharmacy. THCC is proudly recognized as a Level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH)—the highest recognition for quality and coordinated care.

• Anthem BC Health Insurance
• Wellness Rewards Program
• Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Loan repayment eligibility through NHSC
• Free Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• CME Time and Reimbursements
• 10 Paid Holidays

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our School Based Health team. This role works as part of the clinical provider team, delivering a wide range of direct primary care services, including patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment implementation, evaluation, and ongoing monitoring of care plans. The ideal candidate will collaborate with physicians and healthcare staff to provide high-quality, patient-centered care and drive positive health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality patient care through the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions
• Obtain and review patient histories (medical, developmental, social, and family) and perform comprehensive physical exams
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests and preventive screenings
• Develop and manage treatment plans, including prescribing medications and educating patients on conditions and care
• Promote preventive care through immunizations, screenings, and patient education on health, nutrition, safety, and disease prevention
• Document all patient encounters accurately, including history, exam findings, diagnoses, and care plans
• Review and maintain patient records, including labs, imaging, medications, and immunization status
• Coordinate care by facilitating referrals and collaborating with healthcare team members
• Monitor patient progress, follow up on test results, and manage high-risk patient population.

Qualifications:

Education

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing
• Certified Nurse Practitioner licensed in the State of Ohio

Work Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in family medical practice
• Experience in a physician office, ambulatory care, or clinical health setting preferred

Qualifications

• Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner
• Active DEA license (or ability to obtain)
• Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills
• Commitment to patient-centered care

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in primary care, family medicine, or community health
• Bilingual skills (if applicable)
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems

Equal Employment Opportunity/Drug-Free Workplace:

The HealthCare Connection is focused on creating a community that promotes dignity and respect for employees, patients and other community members. THCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, military status or other characteristics protected by law and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

THCC will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check and a drug screen.