Nurse Practitioner

Job TitleNurse PractitionerJob DescriptionWe also offer a great benefits package including medical, dental, pension program, HSA, generous time off and flexible schedule. City residents will earn a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range. The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing patient care, including diagnosis, treatment and consultations while maintaining compliance with all policies and procedures. Works independently and under the supervision of the Public Health Administrator and/or their designee.Essential DutiesEssential duties include:Provide direct patient care.Assess individual holistic needs, including psychological, social, environmental, nutritional, family, and personal.Assist individuals in maintaining / improving their health through health promotion and disease prevention services.Perform skilled medical interventions including surveillance, investigation, case finding, creating / maintaining community partnerships, developing policies, procedures, and plans, outreach, referral and follow-up, case management, health education, counseling, consultation, screening, and advocacy.Provide reproductive and family planning healthcare services in accordance with Woman's Block Grant and Title X program regulations including but not limited to: performing history and physical exams for clients seeking reproductive health care services; order, perform, and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests for evaluation of sexually transmitted infections; perform cervical cancer screenings and initiate appropriate follow up care; prescribe and provide all contraceptive methods, including performing long-acting reversible contraception procedures; prescribe and provide appropriate antibiotic and/or antiviral medications; perform pregnancy testing and counseling; provide preconception counseling and basic infertility services; perform Wellness Exams; maintain proficiency in Provider Performed Microscopy Procedures.Maintain patient records utilizing software applications, computer systems, and/or written notes according to program and best practice standards.Plan and oversee the implementation of chart audits.Use critical thinking skills to coordinate appropriate care plans and to direct critical interventions and / or referrals.Maintain a thorough and current knowledge of the principles and practices of medical / mental health applicable to the areas of assessment, promotion, and maintenance of the health of at-risk individuals, families, and the community.Maintain a thorough and current knowledge of standard of care, assessment practices, protocols, and equipment.Provide input at case conferences, evaluations, planning committees, and outreach activities.Participate in peer review activities and evaluation of program effectiveness.Manage assigned grants and / or contracts, ensure that objectives and deliverables are met, reports are completed on time, and resubmit grant applications as applicable.Have working knowledge of the organizational budget.Prepare, recommend, or designate personnel to engage in qualification statements for credentialing, job descriptions, and evaluation standards.Aid in the recruitment, screening, and interviewing of personnel.Create and approve clinical standard operational procedures.Oversee planning, reporting, and initiatives.Ensure availability of medical and pharmaceutical supplies.Provide medical/mental health consultations.Maintain a leadership role in the annual review of clinical policies and procedures.Collaborate effectively with agency administration to provide services for community intervention.Comprehensive understanding and ability to implement the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) Security / Privacy, Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) worksite components.Maintain a consistent and reliable attendance record.Associated duties include:Perform other duties as assigned or required.Participate in team and general staff meetings.Acts as a first responder in a natural disaster or any public health, chemical, biological, nuclear, or radiological event.QualificationsMinimum qualifications include:Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) focus from an accredited program, with current board certification required.Active State of Wisconsin Registered Nurse license and Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber license, both of which must be maintained for the duration of employment.Current certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and National Provider Identifier (NPI) number.Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in the medical field, with demonstrated expertise in clinical skills and operations, reimbursement regulations, and regulatory compliance for nonprofit and community healthcare organizations.Valid Wisconsin driver's license and access to a reliable motor vehicle with required insurance coverage.Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification, to be maintained throughout employment.Preference will be shown to candidates who demonstrate the following:Three (3) years' work experience with a governmental public health agency.Bilingual proficiency (Spanish / English).Experience working with various racial and ethnic groups.Enhanced familiarity / experience with statistical theory / methods.Experience in public speaking with the ability to present data and other program materials in Microsoft PowerPoint.Supplemental InformationPhysical and environmental conditions include standing, walking, sitting, and stooping; kneeling, crouching, climbing, balancing, and bending/twisting; reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling (up to 35 lbs.); handling, grasping, fingering, filing, typing, and writing.Environmental/working conditions include office and a wide variety of indoor environments. Day, evening, and weekend hours. Effective utilization of computer workstations and associated equipment, copy center, fax machine, multi-line telephone system, cellular telephone, typewriter, flashlight, digital / video camera, audio / visual and miscellaneous office / medical / inspection / laboratory equipment.