Family Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

Description:Boyd Healthcare Services is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our team within our Rural Health Clinics. At Boyd, we take pride in offering a supportive environment with low patient ratios, strong ancillary support, uninterrupted paid lunches, and a short commute — all while providing exceptional care to our local communities.
Key Responsibilities

• Examine patients, take medical history, record results, and make preliminary diagnoses or determine follow-up procedures.
• Administer or order diagnostic tests such as x-rays, electrocardiograms, and blood work, and interpret test results.
• Perform therapeutic procedures such as immunizations, injections, suturing, wound care, and managing infections.
• Exercise professional judgment regarding consultation with supervising physicians for appropriate treatment.
• Develop and implement patient care plans, instruct and counsel patients, and record progress.
• Prescribe medications in accordance with state guidelines and clinic regulations.
• Provide general health education regarding diet, family planning, emotional well-being, and health maintenance.
• Assist physicians as needed for emergency treatment and complex procedures.
• Adhere to all facility Compliance, Safety, and HIPAA policies.
• Maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive patient information.

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a primary care setting preferred.
• State accreditation based on certifying exam.
• Maintenance of 80 CME hours every two years.
• Passing of a re-credentialing exam every six years.
• License renewal required every two years.