Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing primary healthcare to patients and families, focusing on health maintenance, disease prevention, patient education and counseling. Working under direct supervision of a Physician, the Nurse Practitioner follows established guidelines as required and within the established scope of practice. This position will participate in performance improvement activities and provide guidance to Registered Nurses and Medical Assistants.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Effectively identifies, evaluates, and addresses disease prevention and health promotion issues of the population in the clinic while administering quality patient care.

Responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of acute, chronic, and long-term healthcare issues.

Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of physician.

Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient’s clinical problems and health care needs.

Educates patients and/or families about preventive care, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications.

The Nurse Practitioner may council patients/ families on current medical conditions, patient progress, and evolving plan of care.

Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures.

Works in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allows for consultation, collaboration, or referral.

Consulting and collaborating with the Physician will be initiated as needed to ensure competent, safe, and appropriate patient care.

May refer patients to physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment.

Submits health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review and evaluation by physician.

Facilitates evaluation of records by physician(s), peers, and Quality and Standards according to protocols, and receives and implements constructive directives.

Responsible for participating in quality improvement projects/activities and accountable for quality and PCMH.

Perform all other duties as directed either formally or informally, verbally or in writing.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directly supervises Registered Nurse and Medical Assistants in the performance of their clinical duties and responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

A high standard of professionalism and professional ethics and conduct is expected in speech, manner, attitude and appearance at all times.

Possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others.

Well-developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively with divergent groups.

Must possess excellent customer service including verbal and written communication.

Ability to deal effectively with changing situations and stressful environment.

Ability to perform tasks related to physical activity to complete the responsibilities of the position.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

Must be a graduate from an accredited School of Nursing recognized by the California Board of Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner

Three years’ experience in a specialized field of practice (Family/OB)

Must have a current California Nurse Practitioner license

American Nursing Credentialing Corporation (ANCC) Certification or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) required for Nurse Practitioners

Must have a current DEA certificate

Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Must maintain continuing medical education requirements for licensureCompany Description

Community Health Systems, Inc (CHSI) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and Non-Profit 501 (C)(3), operating six community health centers in the tri-county area of: San Bernardino, Riverside, and San Diego.

CHSI focuses on providing high quality and compassionate medical, dental, women’s health, behavioral health, and vision care services to those who are under-served, uninsured, or under-insured.

Community Health Systems, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) 330 HRSA Grantee with Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) status. Established from the roots of Bloomington Community Health Center in Bloomington, CHSI has grown with community health centers in the counties of Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego. These centers have been developed in accordance with standards established for safety net providers by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), the Public Health Service (PHS), and the Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC). The mission of CHSI is not to compete with other clinics that provide healthcare services, but to serve the indigent population and meet their healthcare needs.