Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Clinical Athlete; Copperas Cove, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Clinical Athlete is seeking a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner for the Community Based Outpatient Clinic in Copperas Cove, TX. The role involves diagnosing and treating veterans under supervision, coordinating care with the VA team, and handling documentation with VA guidelines.

The ideal candidate holds an MSN, VA credentialing, active license, and BLS/ACLS with DEA registration. A patient-focused, safety-conscious approach and strong English communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and graduate of an accredited program for nurse practitioner (MSN required), including preceptorship
• Certification by applicable professional organization
• Minimum one-year clinical experience (three years preferred) as a CRNP within the last 4 years in a related primary care or ambulatory care setting; government healthcare environment preferred. Specific requirements could vary based on individual VA contract.
• Must be credentialed and remain in good standing through the Veterans Health Administration (VA).
• Must comply with and maintain all requirements for a valid, unrestricted license in the state of desired employment, or in any U.S. state or territory, depending on VA contractual requirements.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (AHA valid for two years) and ACLS as specified by VA contract
• Current, unrestricted DEA registration
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Energetic and optimistic demeanor
• Strong service mentality and focus on defined service standards
• This is considered a safety sensitive position.

Responsibilities

• Actively diagnoses and treats our veterans under the direction and responsibility of a supervising physician.
• Examines patient for symptoms of organic or congenital disorders.
• Develops and implements patient management plans and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Orders and performs diagnostic tests and interprets results with follow-up care.
• Counsels patients on medications, educates patients, assesses mental health and routine health maintenance.
• Evaluates records from outside providers and coordinates co-managed care under VA rules.
• Completes clinical reminders due at visits and documents encounters within 24 hours.
• Complies with VA guidelines and formulary processes for timely care.
• Maintains compliance with VA and site training requirements and safety standards.
• Delivers excellent customer service to veterans and colleagues; participates in outreach and enrollment efforts.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Safety consciousness

Education

MSN (Nurse Practitioner)

VA credentialing

State license

BLS

ACLS

DEA registration

Job description

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Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Full Time Copperas Cove VA Clinic, TX, Copperas Cove, TX, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 4231

Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Part Time

We are looking for a passionate Primary Care Nurse Practitioner to join our team at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Copperas Cove, TX . In exchange for your dedication and experience, we are proud to offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, generous time off and a weekday schedule.

Our mission is simple: to provide quality healthcare to America's veterans through our healing focus, indebted hearts, and tireless resolve.

As a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, you will provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to patients with diseases and injuries seeking treatment in the clinic, as directed by physician or mid-level provider. You will collaborate with the core PACT Team (Primary Care Provider, RN and Medical Assistant) and expanded PACT Team including family/caregiver, VA, and community-based services involved in developing the patient care plan.

Core Responsibilities

• Actively diagnoses and treats our veterans under the direction and responsibility of a supervising physician.
• Examines patient for symptoms of organic or congenital disorders.
• Develops and implements patient management plans and assists in provision of continuity of care.
• Orders and performs diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, laboratory tests, etc. and interprets test results for deviations from normal and provides patient notification and follow up care.
• Counsel patients on the use of prescription medications, educates patients, assesses mental health issues, and provides routine health maintenance.
• Evaluates patients’ records from medical providers outside the VA and works with these patients utilizing rules set forth by the VA for co-managed care.
• Completes any and all clinical reminders “due” at the time of each patient visit.
• Completes documentation of the medical record within 24 hours of a patient encounter.
• Complies with all VA guidelines in regard to appropriate and timely response to all patient request, alerts and notifications, consults, orders, lab results, and diagnostic studies.
• Complies with the VA formulary process and consult protocols.
• Complies with all VA guidelines in regard to appropriate and timely clinical documentation, including the completion of all encounters by close of business.
• Complies with all VA and company training requirements.
• Fulfill compliance requirements of the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Joint Commission(JC), Environment of Care (EOC) oversight, lab compliance, and other related items.
• Remain focused on achieving excellent clinical outcomes through the specified VA guidelines.
• Must provide excellent customer service to each veteran, both in person and over the phone, as well as to fellow colleagues and clinic visitors.
• Participate in the clinic’s outreach events to help support the clinic’s enrollment initiatives.
• Support patient enrollment and retention by providing guidance, when necessary, regarding scheduling, follow-up visits or nurse visits.
• Embrace and support new initiatives, whether clinical or operational.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and graduate of an accredited program for nurse practitioner (MSN required), including preceptorship
• Certification by applicable professional organization
• Minimum one-year clinical experience (three years preferred) as a CRNP within the last 4 years in a related primary care or ambulatory care setting; government healthcare environment preferred. Specific requirements could vary based on individual VA contract.
• Must be credentialed and remain in good standing through the Veterans Health Administration (VA).
• Must comply with and maintain all requirements for a valid, unrestricted license in the state of desired employment, or in any U.S. state or territory, depending on VA contractual requirements.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (must be renewed periodically as specified by the certifying agency – AHA valid for two years, e.g.) and in ACLS as specified by individual VAMC contract
• Current, unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Energetic and optimistic demeanor
• Strong service mentality and a focus on achieving all aspects of defined service standards
• This is considered a safety sensitive position.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Final compensation will be based on relevant factors including work experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity.