Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant Opportunity

Location Detail: Storrs, CT

Shift Detail: Mon-Fri

Join our exceptional primary care practice in Storrs, CT, just minutes from UConn! Our practice is known for its incredible, seasoned care team that is well-loved by patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, supportive environment where patient care is at the heart of everything we do. Storrs offers a peaceful, picturesque setting with vibrant local spots, lively markets, and beautiful parks like Mansfield Hollow for hiking, boating, and kayaking. Enjoy the perfect balance of a serene community with easy access to all the conveniences and activities you need!

Role: Open to Family Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants

Location: Storrs, CT

Setting: 100% Outpatient Primary Care Family Medicine (Birth+)

Schedule: Full-time, weekdays only. Ask about our flexible work schedule!

Call schedule: No call required

Hartford HealthCare supports Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants in practice:

• Dedicated support and voice for our for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants through the Office of Advanced Practice directed by Sarah Clark, MBA, MHS, PA-C, BSN, RN, System Director of Advanced Practice
• Hartford HealthCare is one of the largest, non-profit, fully-integrated healthcare systems providing patient care in the state, allowing our providers to care for their patients no matter where they reside in Connecticut
• With tools like EPIC, Hartford HealthCare's state of the art clinical and informatics technology promotes improved patient outcomes, streamlined continuity of care and superior provider satisfaction

About Hartford HealthCare:

• Honored as a "Best Organizations for Leadership Development" by the National Center for Healthcare Leadership (NCHL)
• Prestigiously named one of the "Best Hospitals to Work for in Connecticut" by the Becker's Hospital Review
• Committed to continuous development through The Center for Education Stimulation & Innovation (CESI), our Provider Leadership Development Institute and a robust on demand learning platform including CME, special courses, learning series and tools and resources
• Established Mentorship and Orientation programs specially designed for newly hired providers and providers new to practice

Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants Role Scope:

Under established guidelines and in collaboration and/or supervision with the practice physician(s), Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants perform routine physical examinations, and formulate medical, educational, and psychosocial plans to treat patients.

In consultation with the physician(s) and care team members, Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants develop plans for further evaluation of health needs, e.g., referral to other health team members or specialists.

Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants provide appropriate treatment for problems within the scope of the provider's practice as designated by protocols and identifies problems outside of their scope of practice and refers appropriately to physician.

Requirements:

Licensure: Unrestricted State of Connecticut Medical License (or eligible)

Training: APRN (Family Nurse Practitioner) or PA

Experience: 1+ year's experience in a primary care or relevant outpatient setting