Family Nurse Practitioner

Job Description Job-8581 Family Nurse Practitioner Great Barrington, MA Seeking a Family Practice Nurse Practitioner opportunity with a nonprofit health care provider and community partner. This Healthcare is a leader in the communities they serve by providing high quality healthcare, dental services, wellness education and family support services. This Healthcare outreach provides free health screenings, insurance enrollment assistance as well as information so people can learn how to take better care of themselves and their families. M-F - Day time Position Description The Family Nurse Practitioner will provide advanced primary and specialty nursing services. The NP performs patient health assessment, creating strategies to improve or manage a patient's health, and introducing habits for health promotion. Our expectation is that this position will see at least two patients per hour of patient facing time. This person will support their mission, vision, and values and will adhere to compliance protocols as well as policies and procedures. Family Nurse Practitioner Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Perform physical exams and patient observations. Record patients' medical histories and symptoms. Create patient care plans and contributing to existing ones. Order, administer, and analyze diagnostic tests. Monitor and operate medical equipment. Diagnose health issues. Administer medicine and other treatments. Detect changes in patients' health and modify treatment plans, as needed. Consult with healthcare professionals and families. Train patients and their families to manage and prevent illness and injury. Master’s degree from an accredited nursing program. Licensure in the State of Massachusetts and board-certified by either ANCC or AANP. Prescriptive authorization. Qualification Requirement 1+ to 2 years’ experience providing primary care as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Knowledge of computer-based data management programs and information systems, as well as medical records and point-of-interview technology. A sound understanding of all pertinent federal and state regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of disease prevention. In addition to competitive salaries, they offer the following benefits: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC