Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant OpportunityThe South Bend Clinic strives to make the entire Michiana community healthier by providing convenient primary, specialty, and urgent care services close to home. Our South Bend Clinic team is growing and looking to add a skilled and compassionate provider to join our collaborative team, helping to expand our high-quality care and continue serving the needs of our patients with expertise and dedication.The South Bend Clinic provides a valuable benefits program that is made to meet the various needs of our team members and their families.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance and medical coverage at 100% (after deductible) when utilizing a Duly providerFlexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account, employer provided life and disability insurance, 401K with company matchVacation, Sick Time, Volunteer Days, and Paid HolidaysEmployee Discounts and Tuition AssistanceUp to $2,500 in CME funds yearlyQualificationsMaster's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program. National certification in the applicable specialty (ANCC)Current state licensure as PA or Advanced Practice Nurse and RNMaintains current CPR (BLS) certificationActive Mid-level Practitioner Controlled Substance License and DEA License may be required based on prescriptive authorityResponsibilitiesWe are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant for this role. Ideal candidate would have 2+ years experience as a licensed Advanced Practice Provider in a clinical setting. As a Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant at The South Bend Clinic, you will get the opportunity to:Perform patient and examinations and treatment and records physical exams, analyze data, develop care plans, and treat minor illnesses and injuries per established protocols. Assist with procedures or conduct invasive/non-invasive procedures within scope of practiceOrders laboratory, x-ray, and/or other non-invasive diagnostic tests and procedures. Initiate collaboration with supervising physicians, referrals to appropriate physicians or other health care professionals of problems that exceed the NPs scope of practice. Finish a communication to referring provider or supervising physician.Prescribe medications within scope of practice, with collaborative physician oversight and necessary mid-level practitioner-controlled substance licenseInstruct patients and families on healthcare, illness prevention, and home care, adjusting communication to the patient's age, psycho-social, and cultural needs to achieve optimal health outcomes in accordance with practice protocols Skills:Strong analytical, interpretive, and problem-solving skillsDetail-oriented in maintaining patient-related information and documenting patient progressExceptional patient interaction demonstrating a friendly, approachable demeanor, effectively resolves customer complaints, and applies strong customer service principles to ensure a positive experience