Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner

The Nurse Practitioner at Hopkinsville, KY site reports directly to the Site Director and is responsible for providing comprehensive primary and specialty healthcare services to patients at LivWell Community Health Services. The Nurse Practitioner manages a broad range of clinical responsibilities, including patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, medication management, preventive care, chronic disease management, and health education, with a focus on individuals living with HIV/AIDS and those at risk for HIV infection. In collaboration with physicians, nurses, medical staff, case managers, behavioral health professionals, pharmacists, and community partners, the Nurse Practitioner delivers patient-centered, culturally competent, and evidence-based care. The Nurse Practitioner will support organizational quality improvement initiatives, promote positive patient outcomes, and contribute to enhancing the overall health and quality of life of the communities served.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations.
• Provide comprehensive primary care services including health assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic illnesses.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions in accordance with evidence-based clinical guidelines.
• Provide HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and ongoing management of patients living with HIV/AIDS.
• Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with state regulations and organizational policies.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.
• Deliver preventive health services, including vaccinations, screenings, and wellness counseling.
• Educate patients and families regarding disease management, medication adherence, risk reduction, and healthy lifestyle practices.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive care services.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory tests, diagnostic studies, and imaging results, and other treatments within the scope of practice and state regulations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and population health management activities.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide preventive care services including annual wellness exams, screenings, immunizations, and health education.
• Perform minor office procedures within scope of practice.
• Manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, HIV, COPD, and behavioral health-related conditions.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation within the EHR.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including Ryan White Program requirements, HIPAA, HRSA standards, and organizational policies.
• Participate in community outreach, education, and health promotion activities to expand access to care.
• Promote continuity of care and reduce barriers to healthcare access.
• Serve as a point of contact for providers regarding questions on patients' care, history, and other matters that may be time-consuming or require special attention.
• Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care, improve workflows, and support the clinic.
• All other duties as needed

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong understanding of clinic operations, patient care coordination, healthcare regulations, and compliance standards
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with patients, staff, providers, and leadership
• Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations, OSHA standards, and healthcare accreditation requirements
• Commitment to LivWell's mission of providing compassionate, equitable care
• Cultural sensitivity and commitment to reducing healthcare disparities
• Ability to build trusting relationships with diverse patient populations
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions

Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program
• Licensure as a Nurse Practitioner for the state of Kentucky
• Current unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Kentucky
• National board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or related specialty.
• Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority.
• Willingness to receive HIV certification within 18 months of hire
• BLS certification required, ACLS preferred
• Experience in primary care, infectious disease, HIV/AIDS care, public health, or underserved populations preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient education skills
• Willing to occasionally travel for outreach events, training, and community engagement
• Ability to stand, walk, sit and use clinical equipment for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by any worker to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The worker is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The worker is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

LivWell Community Health Services is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all applicants without regard to race, nationality, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, sex, gender identity, age, or veteran status. We are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace for all.