Nurse Practitioner Lead

Family Nurse Practitioner (NP) Lead

Join a team dedicated to improving the health of our communities through innovative, patient-centered public health care. The Family Nurse Practitioner (NP) Lead serves in a unique and impactful leadership role within Public Health Clinical Services, combining advanced clinical practice with program leadership to address some of the community's most critical health needs. This position provides direct patient care and clinical oversight for specialized public health programs, including Tuberculosis (TB) Services, Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Clinics, and Refugee Health Services, helping to prevent and control infectious diseases, advance health equity, and improve population health outcomes across the community.

More than a clinical leadership position, this role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities by expanding access to care, supporting vulnerable populations, and contributing to initiatives that strengthen the public health system and improve community resilience.

As both a clinician and leader, the NP Lead champions clinical excellence, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice while mentoring and supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals. This role provides clinical supervision, guidance, and operational support to Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants (PAs), fostering a collaborative and high-performing clinical environment. Working alongside physicians, nursing leadership, program managers, epidemiologists, community partners, and multidisciplinary public health teams, the NP Lead plays a vital role in shaping public health strategy, strengthening community partnerships, responding to emerging public health challenges, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and compassionate care to diverse populations across the county.

Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPH's mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on impact and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all.

We Require:

• Five years of clinical experience in infectious diseases, specifically STIs, TB & HIV
• One year of experience supervising, leading, or coordinating clinical staff or providers
• Family Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Arizona

We Also Value:

• Experience in program development, quality improvement, or public health outreach

Job Contributions:

• Deliver advanced, evidence-based clinical care to patients at elevated risk for STIs, TB & HIV by obtaining comprehensive health histories, conducting thorough physical examinations, and formulating accurate working diagnoses
• Provide patient-centered health education and counseling promoting adherence to treatment regimens, preventative health measures, and self-management strategies tailored to individual patient needs. Participate in communicable disease prevention, treatment, and public health response activities as needed
• Provide clinical leadership by fostering evidence-based practice, collaboration, and continuous professional growth among advanced practice providers. Support onboarding, orientation, mentoring, and professional development of advanced practice providers. Conduct regular clinical consultations, case reviews, and practice support to promote quality, consistency, and adherence to best practices
• Lead and perform clinical procedures and interventions in accordance with current standards of practice. Ensure patient safety, high-quality care, and compliance with evidence-based clinical guidelines during all patient care activities
• Maintain meticulous clinical documentation of patient encounters, assessments, and care plans to support continuity of care, compliance, and quality assurance
• Prescribe and manage in accordance with state and federal regulations, optimizing treatment outcomes while monitoring for efficacy and safety
• Coordinate and optimize healthcare resources to ensure efficient delivery of patient care, including overseeing interdisciplinary collaboration and workflow management
• Order, review, and interpret diagnostic studies, including lab tests and imaging such as chest x-rays (CXR), integrating results into comprehensive treatment plans
• Collaborate with program leadership to develop, implement, and evaluate clinical policies, procedures, and workflows. Monitor quality indicators and support quality improvement initiatives across TB, STI, and Refugee Health programs
• Participate in chart reviews, clinical audits, peer review activities, and risk management efforts. Assist with development and implementation of clinical protocols aligned with local, state, and federal public health guidance
• Respond to Public Health emergencies and serve as the on-call provider as needed.

Working Conditions:

• Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
• Ability to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, and requires walking/standing to a significant degree
• Travel will be required to attend conferences, training, and possibly varying work locations
• Valid Arizona driver's license is required upon hire
• Must secure and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card and complete a background check
• Within one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test

Selection Procedure:

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact View email address on click.appcast.io to initiate the interactive process.