Family Nurse Practitioner

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide general primary care services to acute and chronic patients, including assessment, diagnosis, screening, education and treatment; referrals; and follow-up services
• Assess, stabilize, and determine disposition of patients with emergent conditions consistent with policy regarding emergencies
• Evaluate, diagnose, treat, and provide consultation to adolescent and adult patients with illnesses, diseases, and functional disorders of the circulatory, respiratory, endocrine, metabolic, gastro-enteric, musculoskeletal, hematopoietic, and genitourinary systems
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat pediatric patients up to the age of 18 with common illnesses, injuries, or disorders. This includes the care of the normal newborn as well as the uncomplicated premature infant equal to or greater than 36 weeks gestation
• Evaluate, diagnose, treat, and provide consultation to gynecologic post-pubescent female patients with injuries and disorders of the female reproductive system and the genitourinary system
• Evaluate, diagnose, treat, and provide consultation to geriatric adult patients with illnesses and disorders that are especially prominent in the elderly or have different characteristics in the elderly
• Assess, stabilize, and determine disposition of patients with urgent or emergent conditions consistent with policy regarding emergencies
• Perform minor diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as laceration repair, incision, drainage of superficial soft tissues, EKG, X-Ray interpretations, Hemoglobin A1C, Urinalysis, immunizations, suture
• Absorb patients to include medical, affective, cognitive, functional status, social support, economic, and environmental aspects related to health
• Manage aspects of preventive medicine, including nutrition, oral health, exercise, screening, immunization, and chemoprophylaxis against disease
• Perform and review patient history and physical exams
• Supervise student preceptors, interns and externs
• Render primary care services to an average of 20 a patient per day
• Participate in activities aimed towards improving the quality of patient care
• Maintain appropriate, legible, and timely written patient records
• Complete patient charts in accordance with Health Center policies including patient referrals and lab orders
• Demonstrate a commitment to the provision of services for the underserved and sensitivity working with a variety of people from low-income populations, with diverse educational, lifestyle, ethnic, and cultural origins
• Perform and undertake such other duties and responsibilities as are requested by Chief of Operations, Chief Executive Officer and/or Medical Director

Minimum Qualification

• Master’s degree in Family Nurse Practitioner or related
• Nurse Practitioner License in the State of California
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration
• Basic Life Support Certification

Skills And Competencies

• Proficiency in conducting physical exams, diagnosing illnesses, and performing medical procedures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare teams
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities to diagnose and treat patients effectively
• Ability to build rapport with patients and work collaboratively with healthcare professionals
• Efficient time management skills to handle a busy and varied caseload
• Ability to provide empathetic and compassionate care to patients of all ages
• Effective problem-solving skills to address complex patient needs and healthcare challenges
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and other healthcare technology
• In-depth understanding of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and pathophysiology
• Comprehensive knowledge of primary care practices, including preventive care, chronic disease management, and health promotion
• Expertise in managing health issues across the lifespan, from pediatrics to geriatrics
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, patient privacy laws (e.g., HIPAA), and ethical standards
• Familiarity with evidence-based clinical guidelines and best practices
• Understanding of public health principles and community health issues
• Detailed knowledge of medications, including indications, contraindications, side effects, and interactions
• Proficiency in ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and imaging studies
• Knowledge of effective patient education techniques and resources

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use standard office equipment for extended periods
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds
• May require occasional travel between work locations or attendance at training sessions