Nurse Practitioner, APRN, FNP

Job Summary

This position is restricted to U.S. citizens only. The role requires a Common Access Card (CAC) and passing the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) clearance process to obtain a CAC. The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive medical evaluations for Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) applicants, ensuring full compliance with various standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medical histories and physical examinations for military applicants to assess their service eligibility, ensuring compliance with U.S. Armed Forces medical standards.
• Review medical documentation, test results, and medical histories to determine the applicant's medical qualifications.
• Lead mental health and general health assessments, coordinating with specialists for additional consultations when needed (e.g., psychiatry, dermatology, orthopedics).
• Evaluate applicants using military medical accession standards and recommend additional medical evaluations if necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and other privacy regulations while interacting with applicants and healthcare teams.
• Document medical histories, physical exams, and consultations using the MHS Genesis Electronic Health record system, ensuring all patient information is accurately recorded and compliant with military health regulations.
• Participate in peer reviews and continuous quality improvement initiatives, ensuring the highest standards of care and service delivery.
• Ensure all medical documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with military and healthcare regulations.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare providers and military personnel, to ensure smooth operations and effective patient care.
• Assist with risk management and contribute to improving the efficiency of medical processing workflows.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Nurse Practitioner program, accredited by ANCC or ANPCP.
• Board certified in one of the following advanced practice nursing programs: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP), Adult-Gerontology NP or Acute Care NPC.
• Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in any of the 50 states or U.S. territories.
• Minimum of one (1) year post-graduate experience in direct patient care within the last three years.
• Experience in MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Station) facilities is preferred.
• Familiarity with military medical standards, medical processing procedures, and the use of military-specific documentation systems is a plus.
• Strong clinical judgment, decision-making skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams and military stakeholders.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications for relevant government clearance and health standards.
• Proficiency in EHR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner) is a plus.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required.
• This position requires a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner.
• Candidates must pass the pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Nurse Practitioner program, accredited by ANCC or ANPCP.
• Board certified in one of the following advanced practice nursing programs: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP), Adult-Gerontology NP or Acute Care NPC.
• Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in any of the 50 states or U.S. territories.
• Minimum of one (1) year post-graduate experience in direct patient care within the last three years.
• Experience in MEPS (Military Entrance Processing Station) facilities is preferred.
• Familiarity with military medical standards, medical processing procedures, and the use of military-specific documentation systems is a plus.
• Strong clinical judgment, decision-making skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams and military stakeholders.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required.
• This position requires a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner.
• Candidates must pass the pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Benefits

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Pay

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Nurse Practitioner: $120k- $130k Pay commensurate with experience.

Schedule

On-site duties at one of these MEPS locations. To see if there's a MEPS location near you, click on the Battalion site here - MEPS Locations.