Nurse Practitioner-Nursing Research

Hiring Salary: $6,735.34 - $9,429.47/Monthly Grant‑Funded Position (funded until June30,2028) Job Description Under the oversight of the Principal Investigator, the Nurse Practitioner participates in all aspects of healthcare and community and nursing education related to a large Tennessee Department of Health grant. The grant aims to establish a Mobile Health Unit (MHU) Program that delivers innovative, evidence‑based healthcare services to rural populations in Hardeman, Haywood, and Dyer counties, and to neighboring counties through telehealth. This position delivers care at mobile clinic sites and elsewhere as needed, including physical examinations, diagnosing illness, taking vital signs, prescribing medications, scheduling follow‑up appointments, and providing health training on various public health topics. Responsibilities Perform physical examinations of patients to evaluate health and diagnose illnesses. Order and interpret laboratory tests. Determine, plan, and initiate appropriate treatment, and adjust treatment as necessary. Prescribe medications. Document medical information of patients and maintain electronic medical records. Educate, instruct, and counsel patients and families on presenting health problems, treatment plans, and home care. Request consultation or referrals with other health care providers as needed. Schedule follow‑up appointments. Encourage and promote preventive health care and positive health behaviors. Drive the mobile clinic to the site of service and maintain the unit for service. Assist the research team in gathering data for grant reporting. Perform other related duties as needed. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Education: Master’s Degree in Nursing (Transcript required). Experience: Two (2) years of clinical work experience. Must have a valid Driver’s License and personal vehicle insurance. License/Certification: Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). Must meet all state requirements and obtain valid Prescriptive Authority including a DEA certificate (Copy of license/certification required). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong leadership skills, self‑confidence, and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Ability to communicate effectively with patients and other staff. Excellent analytical and critical‑thinking skills. Exceptional active listening skills. Skilled in using Microsoft software including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to coordinate, administer, and follow up on participant appointments. Work Schedule This position may occasionally be required to work weekends and evenings and may require occasional overnight travel. #J-18808-Ljbffr