Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Nurse Practitioner – Family Medicine With Purpose (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Location: Newport, Maine and/or Dexter, Maine

Competitive compensation, flexible scheduling and loan repayment eligibility for qualified candidates.

Deliver Care That Matters. Grow in a Supportive Team. Make a Difference in Rural Maine.

Hometown Health Center (HHC) is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our family medicine team in Newport and/or Dexter, Maine. This full-time, or part-time, opportunity is ideal for an experienced provider who values community-based care, collaboration and making a meaningful difference across generations, from pediatrics to geriatrics. Our sites offer the opportunity to practice comprehensive primary care in a mission-driven environment that respects your autonomy and supports your success. As part of our commitment to improving provider well-being, we also offer Scribe-X, a live scribe service to reduce administrative burden and enhance work-life balance. And starting December 2025, our new Palmyra facility will include both an onsite daycare and a wellness center with a gym, walking track and basketball/pickleball court.

About Us

Since 2003, HHC has been a cornerstone of care in Central Maine. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we serve more than 8,200 patients annually through over 32,000 medical, dental and behavioral health visits. With locations in Dexter, Newport and soon Palmyra, we’re deeply rooted in Central Maine’s rural communities—offering care where it's needed most.

About the Opportunity

As a Nurse Practitioner at HHC, you will provide comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages. You’ll work as part of a collaborative care team alongside physicians, nurses, behavioral health providers and care coordinators to promote whole-person health. You’ll manage both acute and chronic conditions, with an emphasis on family medicine, geriatrics, pain management and prevention. We value your expertise and offer a flexible, supportive work environment where your input is welcomed and your impact is visible.

What You’ll Do

Perform physical exams and obtain patient medical histories

Diagnose and manage acute and chronic illnesses across the lifespan

Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with state and federal regulations

Order and interpret diagnostic tests to support treatment plans

Educate patients and families on preventive care and health promotion

Collaborate closely with the care team to ensure continuity and quality of care

Document all clinical encounters in a timely, accurate manner using EHR systems

What You’ll Need

Required:

Active Nurse Practitioner license in the State of Maine

Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program

Strong clinical skills in family medicine, geriatrics and pain management

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

DEA registration

BLS and ACLS certification (PALS required by department/facility)

Preferred:

Experience in pediatric care

APRN licensure and NP certification in a specialty area

Background in a hospital or clinical setting

Why HHC?

Make a real impact on the lives of individuals and families in rural Maine

Join a mission-driven FQHC with deep community roots and a commitment to quality

Enjoy autonomy and support in a collaborative, integrated care model

Benefit from Scribe-X live scribe support to ease documentation and improve work-life balance

Access on-site daycare and wellness center (anticipated opening Dec 2025)

Eligible for loan repayment programs, including NHSC

Benefit from professional development and continuing education opportunities

Enjoy a healthy work-life balance in a setting that values your wellbeing

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Life in Central Maine

Whether you’re raising a family or just looking to slow down and breathe deeper, Central Maine offers the perfect balance of community, nature and affordability. With access to four-season recreation and small-town charm, it’s a place where you can truly feel at home.

If you’re ready to bring your skills to a compassionate, patient-centered team—we’d love to hear from you. Help us deliver exceptional care and build a healthier future for rural Maine.

Hometown Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Full-time