Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care

About the Role

This role involves practicing professional nursing and medicine, including independent and delegated functions, to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients.

Responsibilities

• Collect patient data through history and examinations
• Formulate diagnoses and develop treatment plans
• Perform procedures within scope and ensure patient safety
• Educate patients and families on health and disease prevention
• Document all care activities accurately
• Manage telehealth encounters and emergency situations
• Collaborate with healthcare team members and maintain professional standards
• Provide patient-centered care, advocacy, and education
• Develop and implement safe, effective treatment plans
• Perform procedures within authorized scope
• Document patient interactions comprehensively
• Engage in team collaboration, quality improvement, and professional development

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Nursing for Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) or Bachelor’s Degree for Physician Assistants (PAs), with relevant accreditation
• Valid state license and certification (e.g., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and National Provider Identifier (NPI) required
• Additional credentials for procedural sedation and credentialing by relevant groups
• Commitment to continuing education, quality assurance, and cultural sensitivity