Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Float - San Diego County

Job Description

Job Description

About Us  

Community health is about more than just vaccines and checkups. It’s about giving people the resources they need to live their best lives. At Neighborhood, this is our vision: a community where everyone is healthy and happy. We’re with you every step of the way, with the care you need for each of life’s chapters. At Neighborhood, we are Better Together.

As a private, non-profit 501(C) (3) community health organization, we serve over 500,000 medical, dental, and behavioral health visits from more than 100,000 people annually. We do this in pursuit of our mission to improve the health and happiness of the communities we serve by providing quality care to all, regardless of situation or circumstance.

Since 1969, our employees have been making this mission a reality. Regardless of the role, our team focuses on being compassionate, having integrity, being professional, always collaborating, and consistently going above and beyond. If this sounds like an organization you would like to be a part of, we would love to meet you.

ROLE OVERVIEW and PURPOSE

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Float, works to support the mission and vision of Neighborhood Healthcare (NHC) by providing excellent patient-centered care and services within a dynamic team environment. This role will provide general medical care and treatment to patients under the direction of providers. In addition, this role will assess training opportunities to promote team development. 

This position provides float coverage throughout San Diego County . Work locations may vary regularly and are subject to change at any time based on business needs. Neighborhood Healthcare will make every effort to keep assignments geographically aligned within one of our four primary regions and/or PACE regions. However, in rare instances due to operational needs or coverage demands, this position may be assigned to any Neighborhood Healthcare site. Advance notice will be provided whenever possible, though same-day or short-notice changes may occasionally occur.

****This position is eligible for float supplemental compensation of $15,000 per year.****

Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• The float position requires regular travel between assigned locations within the organization’s service area.
• Assigned site varies based on operational needs
• Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines/instructions from providers and NHC practice protocols
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient’s clinical problems and health care needs
• Records physical findings and formulates plan and prognosis based on patient’s condition
• Discusses cases with providers and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plans
• Submits health care plans and goals of individual patients for periodic review and evaluation by providers
• Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment to patients, such as physical therapy, inhalations therapy, or related therapeutic procedures
• Refers patients to providers for consultation or specialized health resources for treatment
• Keeps informed and promotes organizational activities and team goals aligned to the NHC mission and vision
• Identifies training needs and promotes developmental activities for the team
• Performs duties in accordance with the NP/PA Supervisory Agreement
• Impacts patient experiences by demonstrating courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracy
• Shares accountability for overall patient health outcomes by working in coordination with care teams
• Operates to instill confidence in our care and in our facilities to patients, fellow employees, and other stakeholders

Qualifications  

Education/Experience

Nurse Practitioners

• Master’s degree in nursing required
• California Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nursing license in good standing is required
• Current CA DEA licensure is required and is to be maintained as a condition of employment
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an American Heart Association (AHA)-approved source is required upon hire and must be maintained as a condition of employment.
  • AHA-approved courses include an in-person, hands-on skills check with a certified instructor using a mannequin to demonstrate CPR and emergency response techniques.
  • Online-only BLS courses without a live skills check do not meet this requirement.
• Board Certification (ANCC/AANPCB) or board eligible with certification within 12 months of hire required.
• Valid CA driver license and proof of auto insurance required and to be maintained as a condition of employment.

Physician Assistant

• Bachelor’s degree and completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program required
• California State Physician Assistant License in good standing required
• Current CA DEA licensure is required and is to be maintained as a condition of employment
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an American Heart Association (AHA)-approved source is required upon hire and must be maintained as a condition of employment.
  • AHA-approved courses include an in-person, hands-on skills check with a certified instructor using a mannequin to demonstrate CPR and emergency response techniques.
  • Online-only BLS courses without a live skills check do not meet this requirement.
  • Valid CA driver license and proof of auto insurance required and to be maintained as a condition of employment.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Reliable transportation and flexibility to adjust work location on short notice are required
• Mileage will be reimbursed according to organizational policy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing and proofreading skills
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Knowledgeable about and experience with providing direct care to patients
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Excellent planning and organizational ability
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
• Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner
• This position requires coverage at multiple San Diego County clinics.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift/carry 20 lbs/weight
• Ability to stand for long periods of time

COMPLIANCE (Safety & HIPAA)

• Follow all safety procedures as outlined in Neighborhood Healthcare’s Illness and Injury Prevention Plan (IIPP) and report any injuries and/or unsafe conditions immediately
• Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices
• Use appropriate body mechanics to ensure an injury free environment
• Be familiar with location of nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exits
• Follow all infection control procedures including blood-borne pathogen protocols
• Maintain privacy of all patients, employees and volunteer information and access such information only on a need-to-know basis for business purposes
• Comply with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations
• Report all behavior and/or activity that are unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful

Pay range:  $124,100.00 - $191,000.00 per year, depending on experience. (DOE)

Compensation Disclosure: The posted salary range reflects the designated pay grade for this position. While this range represents the broader classification of the role, actual compensation will be based on several factors, including but not limited to: the candidate’s overall knowledge, skills, and experience, market data and industry benchmarks, internal equity within the organization, Budgetary considerations and organizational needs. As a result, placement within the range is not guaranteed, and the full pay grade range may not be utilized.