Clinician - Primary Care (APRN)

As a socially responsible health care employer and provider, we require our associates to show proof of annual influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations unless approved exemption is provided. An approved exemption from COVID-19 vaccination will require weekly testing for the Associate. Additional information will be provided by HR upon hire.

Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio is seeking a mission-minded Associate to join us as full time (37.5 per week) Primary Care Clinician (Nurse Practitioner) to serve our patients at our Rocky River Health Center.

Summary

This position is a champion of the “In This Together” ethos with a particular focus on Respecting and Honoring all People, Opening the Door, and Making a Connection. The Primary Care Clinician will provide comprehensive Primary Care services that emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health care problems alongside reproductive health care to optimize the health and well-being of our patients. The APRN will function autonomously in collaboration with a physician according to a standard care arrangement and specialty certification.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN?

Our Mission

We protect, promote, and provide empowered health care for people throughout Ohio.

• We respect and honor all people
• We are committed to a diverse and inclusive environment for patients and staff
• We provide health care - without judgment
• We maintain responsible business practices
• We regularly demonstrate our shared organizational workplace values and standards in order to educate and care for the communities that we serve

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical 90% employer-paid base medical plans for single coverage
• Dental
• Vision 100% employer paid
• Life Insurance 100% employer paid
• Accidental Death & Disability 100% employer paid
• Long Term/Short Term Disability 100% employer paid
• 401(k) with matching employer contribution up to 4%
• Nine (9) paid holidays per year
• Financial incentive program for certified bilingual staff**

**Planned Parenthood respects and honors all people. Qualified associates who are fluent in a needed language (Spanish, Nepali, or Somali, depending on geographic service area) will earn a $1.00 per hour differential for two years following successful examination.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Provide direct patient clinical care in health clinic setting.
• Provides clinical examination, diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic diseases, health promotion and preventive care, reproductive health care, and coordination of care with specialty providers.
• Refers to specialists as appropriate when care and treatment is outside of the scope of the Nurse Practitioner’s experience and training.
• Prescribes medications in accordance with Ohio laws and within the scope of practice, and monitors therapeutic response.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic studies (labs, imaging, etc.).
• Develops and implements treatment plans.
• Maintains EHR records in compliance with PPFA policies and regulatory standards.
• Upon hire, begins training and/or completes privileging for device insertion and removal (implants, IUCs).
• Displays commitment to Planned Parenthood’s mission and values, and prioritizes equitable health care.
• Exhibits cultural awareness and sensitivity in caring for diverse patient populations.
• Participates as assigned in precepting APRNs to Primary Care.
• Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment.
• Advances own professional development through self-directed learning, continuing education and participation in peer review.
• Manages emergency situations in the center.
• Functions as a resource for other nurses, health care providers, and other clinical staff.
• May provide on-call coverage as assigned.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Requires education commensurate with Ohio statute licensure requirements for practice capacity (Nurse Practitioner). Master of Science in Nursing. Must have current Ohio nursing license, certificate of authority and certificate to prescribe or be eligible for certificate to prescribe.
• Must have an RN license in the State of Ohio, APRN license, and meet all requirements for credentialing and privileging
• 2+ years of Primary Care experience
• Valid driver’s license or access to reliable transportation required
• Current Ohio NP License Required
• Certification/Endorsement for Family Nurse Practitioner Required
• CPR/BLS Certification from American Red Cross or American Heart Association Required
• Prescriptive Authority (DEA License) Required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to consistent compliance and accuracy in enforcement of MS&Gs
• Ability to make informed, independent, and objective judgement
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficient with Electronic Medical/Health Record Systems
• Ability to see 3-5 patients per hour within 6 months of hire and correctly code visits as required by CMS coding guidelines
• Commitment to the ethos, values, and service standards of Planned Parenthood

PROMISE TO OUR ASSOCIATES

Planned Parenthood has served Ohioans with safe, accessible, and affordable health care for 100 years and welcomed more than 100,000 patient visits to our health centers in 2020. Every day, we fight to provide this care to everyone, no matter their income level, insurance status, zip code, color, creed, or country of origin.

As a mission-driven health care provider, Planned Parenthood is dedicated to ending health disparities and achieving health equity among all races. We work on all levels through our health centers, educational programming, and public policy to make the greatest impact on the communities we serve.

In order to become the leading organization for high quality reproductive health care, we continuously strive to create a supportive work environment that results in a positive experience for patients and associates alike. We find this support in our In This Together workplace values and service standards that bring associates together and foster an inclusive culture.

Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio (PPGOH) is an equal opportunity employer. We care for our business by ensuring that all of our decisions regarding the employment relationship, including the terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, are in accordance with our principles of equal opportunity.

As a matter of PPGOH policy we affirm that we respect and honor all people and we will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

In addition to the above commitments, PPGOH seeks to have employees that reflect the broad diversity of those that we serve and we encourage all who are ready to be In This Together to apply.