Nurse Practitioner

Responsibilities Provide comprehensive primary care for patients across the lifespan Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations Develop individualized treatment plans Order, interpret, and review laboratory and diagnostic testing Prescribe medications and treatments according to state regulations Provide preventive health services and wellness exams Manage chronic diseases including: Diabetes, Hypertension, COPD, Asthma, Heart disease, Depression and anxiety Perform routine office procedures including: Skin biopsies (if trained), Cryotherapy, Joint injections (if trained), Incision and drainage, Suturing/laceration repair Provide women’s health services, including well-woman exams (as credentialed) Provide pediatric and adolescent care Educate patients and families regarding disease prevention and healthy lifestyle choices Collaborate with physicians, nurses, medical assistants, and other healthcare professionals Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) Participate in quality improvement initiatives Comply with clinic policies, HIPAA regulations, and evidence-based practice guidelines 4 days a week schedule with flexibility; longer appointment times for continuity of care RHC clinic-Loan Repayment applications are available through the NHSC. Qualifications Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing Current Family Nurse Practitioner certification Current state APRN licensure (or eligible) DEA registration (or eligible) Current BLS certification #J-18808-Ljbffr Stryker Corporation