Family Nurse Practitioner

Job Summary At Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties, every team member plays an essential role in advancing our mission to serve vulnerable individuals and families with compassion and dignity. As part of our team, you will contribute to a wide range of services aimed at fostering hope, healing, and empowerment within the communities we serve. The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) will provide primary care services, focusing on prevention, health promotion, and disease management, and will offer services to underserved populations, ensuring they receive high‑quality, compassionate care in a culturally sensitive environment. Position Type & Schedule Full‑time or Part‑time Day Shift Key Responsibilities Assess the physical status of patients of all ages (newborns, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients) through histories, examination, and diagnostic tests. Order and interpret appropriate laboratory studies, X‑rays, ECGs, and other special examinations. Develop and implement therapeutic plans for health maintenance, prevention, and management of illness; well‑child examinations must follow American Academy of Pediatrics Bright Futures guidelines. Maintain competency in child‑ and adulthood immunization schedules. Prescribe medications in accordance with established guidelines. Provide health education and counseling to patients and/or their guardians. Perform minor office surgical or therapeutic procedures. Provide comprehensive care planning for clients with chronic diseases. Serve as a consultant to nursing staff and other health care professionals. Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date patient records. Comply with clinical expectations as per our Family Health Center Provider Job Expectations. Report to the Medical Director. Perform other duties as assigned, including occasional telephone on‑call duties (telephone call only). Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: Master of Science in Nursing Experience: Minimum one‑year experience in an ambulatory care setting. Required Licenses, Certifications, and Training: Registered nurse, currently licensed to practice in Michigan; certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner; bilingual (English & Spanish) preferred. Personal Attributes Anticipated Mission‑Driven Demonstrates a deep commitment to the mission and values of Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties, and incorporates them into daily work. Collaborative Team Player Thrives in a team environment, contributing positively and working effectively with others to achieve shared goals. Solution‑Oriented Problem Solver Proactively identifies challenges and develops practical, innovative solutions to address them. Culturally Sensitive Demonstrates awareness and respect for the cultural diversity of both colleagues and clients, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. Integrity Upholds a strong moral character, consistently doing what is right, and responsibly using time and resources to serve the organization’s mission. Work Environment & Physical Demands This position is on‑site and may not be eligible for remote work. Attendance at occasional meetings or events outside regular business hours is required. The role involves working with sensitive or potentially traumatic information and direct interaction with individuals or families in crisis. Physical requirements include frequent hand use for handling objects, tools, or controls; talking, bending, squatting, twisting, climbing, kneeling, reaching, and occasionally lifting or carrying up to 30 pounds. Vision requirements include close‑up work, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The work environment may involve varying degrees of physical discomfort and occasional loud noise. Occasional driving during the workday may be needed for operational purposes. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Comments This job description is intended to outline the essential functions, general supplementary tasks, and key requirements for successful performance in this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Additional tasks may be assigned, and management reserves the right to modify duties as needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr