Family Nurse Practitioner

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS


Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program.


Current valid Registered Nurse/Nurse Practitioner License in the state of Arizona or eligible to obtain is required. BLS, ALCS, and PALS is required. American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification and Controlled Substance Registration Certificate (D.E.A) is required.


Must have CDL Certification within 6 months of hire date to do physicals.


Strong Communication, interpersonal, and Collaborative skills. Ability to manage a high caseload while maintain patient safety and quality care.


Practitioner is expected to see patients scheduled approximately every 15 minutes; new patients every 20-30 minutes and be able to adapt to changes in the schedule as needed for patient care. It may also be necessary for the Practitioner to make additions to the schedule for Urgent Care type patients. Time will be set aside at the end of the day to follow up on consults, ordered lab, and refill requests, etc.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS


Previous experience in a Nurse Practitioner role, particularly in rural health setting.


Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, specifically Meditech. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.