SUMMARYNurse Practitioner responsible for providing primary and urgent care to a diverse patient population, focusing on health maintenance, disease prevention, patient education, and counseling. Works under the supervision of a physician following established guidelines and protocols and within the established scope of practice.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES- Demonstrates the ability to perform physical exams on all patients, neonate through the geriatric population.
- Obtains and documents the patient's medical history. Identifies health risk factors.
- Demonstrates the ability to diagnose and treat common acute illnesses.
- Demonstrates the ability to diagnose and treat chronic illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension.
- Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
- Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
- Orders and interprets diagnostic tests, i.e., laboratory work, x-rays, EKG.
- Provides well childcare; women's healthcare, prenatal care, family planning.
- Demonstrates the ability to prescribe medications (see individual state laws) and non-pharmacological therapies based on the patient's diagnoses, health history, and age.
- Encourages positive health behaviors for the maintenance of health and the prevention of disease. This is done through education and counseling.
- Always applies standardized care guidelines in clinical practice.
- Provides patient and/or family with health education, counseling and referrals to other healthcare professionals and community resources when appropriate.
- Assesses and documents patient and/or family psychosocial issues.
- Treats patients and families with respect and dignity. Maintains high patient satisfaction scores.
- Collaborates with physicians and other members of the health team to plan optimal care for the patient.
- Works with the patient and family to formulate a patient treatment and education plan.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - Provides follow-up care, determines the effectiveness of the treatment plan, reassesses and changes the plan as needed.
- Documentation meets all standards and policies. Documentation includes all findings, interventions, and results. Appropriately codes E&M at appropriate levels, without over or under coding. Completes and signs all documentation timely, usually at point of service, but no later than the end of the shift.
- Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
- Functions as a patient advocate.
- Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.
- Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
- Stays current with medical advancements, new technology, new drugs through continuing education classes, society meetings, professional journals etc.
- Attends all departmental, organizational, and medical staff committee meetings as appropriate.
- Meets the organization's requirements for participation in government and private payer incentive programs, such as PQRS and Meaningful Use.
- Completes patient charts following appropriate documentation guidelines in a timely manner.
- Assists with the development and implementation of specific policies and procedures.
Credentials /Education/Experience - Minimum 1-2 years of recent clinical experience preferred
- Master's Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
- Current, unrestricted California RN and NP license
- National Nurse Practitioner Certification (AANP, ANCC, or equivalent)
- Active DEA registration or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
- Current BLS certification
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency with computers and ability to efficiently learn and use EMR systems
- Experience with telemedicine evaluations, minor procedures, and basic X-ray interpretation preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English required; Spanish or additional languages preferred
- Commitment to continuous learning, quality improvement, and patient satisfaction
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:County guidelines require the flu vaccination or individual is required to wear a mask during cold/flu season.
Location: On-site, Monterey Clinic, Monterey, CA
Schedule varies and includes some weekends.
