Nurse Practitioner

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOBThis position will focus on prevention, wellness, and maintenance of health in partnership with patients. This will be accomplished by evaluating, treating, and educating patients in a clinic setting. Under the collaboration of a physician, performs professional medical work in the examination, diagnosis and treatment of patients according to statutory limitations.

Examines and diagnoses patients and develops treatment plans. Performs testing, refers to physicians as needed, writes prescriptions, and performs administrative procedures within their scope and licensure of expertise, protocols, and available equipment.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESProvides comprehensive clinical patient care through interviewing, examining and treating associates and their dependents in order to meet their health and wellness needs.  Prescribes appropriate medical treatment and clinical medications for patients and orders studies, tests and ancillary care services as required.Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition, with documentation in the medical recordKnowledge of a variety of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, the desired effects, side effects, and complications of their use as well as the accurate administration of the pharmacologic agentEducates patients and/or families about preventive care, wellness, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medicationsPerforms physical examinations and preventive health measures within evidence based and best practice guidelinesOrders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' clinical problems and health care needsDemonstrates knowledge of growth and development, and pathophysiology of disease processes, specific to age groups servedFollows all established rules and guidelines of evidence-based care and best clinical practiceRegularly reviews chronic medical conditions that require ongoing medical attention by accessing available registry toolsEducates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and familiesWorks in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allows for consultation, partnership, or referral.May refer patients to physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatmentRefers to appropriate specialists outside the health center in a medically appropriate and efficient mannerPractices in a collaborative fashion consistent with the concept of a patient centered medical home, consulting and with the oversight physician as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issuesRefers patients to and utilizes unique internal associates' benefits and resources to maximize health outcomesDemonstrates exceptional and effective collaborative partnership and communication style with both patients and staffActively engages in quality improvement, leadership and complianceParticipates in quality improvement, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the health center requirements for QuadMedAssists in the resolution of complaints, requests, and inquiries from patients, QuadMed, and clientsMaintains confidentiality of all patient and organization information and follows federal and state regulations and organization policies regarding protection of patient information.Effectively communicates with patients through technology to include email, video, telephonic, and text while complying with QuadMed policy and practicesDemonstrates knowledge of current and emerging trends in technologies, techniques, issues and approaches in area of expertiseDemonstrates the ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standardsDemonstrates the ability to remain calm and effective in emergency situations and establish a leadership role in an emergencyJOB REQUIREMENTSEducation:Completed master's degree level Nurse Practitioner program from an accredited college/universityExperience:Minimum three (3) years primary care practice experienceAbility to work independentlyWorking with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR)Experience working with pediatric patients in some locationsCertain clients and health centers may require travelCertain clients and health centers may require phlebotomyCertificates, Licenses, Registrations:Active and unrestricted applicable licensureCurrent CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hireNPI & DEACurrent National Board CertificationKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Bilingual Spanish a plus in some locationsMust have working knowledge of practical nursing theories and policesAn understanding of the patient care procedures, medical protocols, and testing procedures necessary to support an Occupational Health center.Communicate effectively both orally and in writingRequires organizational and decision-making abilitiesRequires excellent assessment skillsComputer skills required (electronic medical record experience preferred)Proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusionPHYSICAL DEMANDSManual Dexterity: Work requires accuracy and moderate speedPhysical Effort: Work requires considerable variety of fairly steady active physical exertion with some and/or continuous standing or walkingWorking Conditions: May include exposure to conditions requiring the use of personal protective equipmentHazards: Exposure to hazards that may result in short-term work-related absences.

Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and hazardous materials