ARNP

JAMESTOWN SKLALLAM TRIBE • Sequim, WA

3d • $113,456 - $158,838 • Onsite

About The Position

The Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe is seeking a Per Diem Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) to join our healthcare team and provide comprehensive medical services to patients of all ages and genders. This position provides an opportunity to make a meaningful impact through chronic disease management, diagnosis and treatment of acute illness and injury, preventive medicine, patient education, and counseling. The ARNP will work collaboratively with physicians, specialists, and healthcare team members to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. As a per diem position, this role provides coverage and support based on the needs of the Clinic. The ARNP may be required to work various shifts, including weekends, holidays, and/or after-hours call, as determined by the Medical Director(s).

Requirements

• Graduate of an Advanced Nurse Practitioner program accepted by the State of Washington for licensing
• Certification by one of the following: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB), American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), Dermatology Nursing Certification Board (DNCB), National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecological and Neonatal Nursing Specialties (NCC), Pediatric Nurse Certification Board (PNCB), or Oncology Nurses Certification Corporation (ONCC)
• Unrestricted license to practice within Washington State
• Current DEA Certificate without restriction
• Maintain BLS Certification
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Suites
• Exceptional interpersonal skills including effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to travel locally and regionally as assigned
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License
• Must be able to successfully pass criminal background investigation
• Experience and knowledge of EPIC

Nice To Haves

• American Indian/Alaska Native preferences apply

Responsibilities

• Practice medicine within scope of license, training, credentialing, and current standards of care, including the quality of care criteria adopted by the clinic.
• Assess patient health by interviewing patients, performing physical examinations, obtaining, updating, and studying medical histories.
• Determine abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests such as x-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory studies, and interpret test results and develop related treatment plans based on results.
• Perform therapeutic procedures by administering injections and/or immunizations, and manages lacerations, wounds, infections, suspicious lesions or other related ambulatory injuries.
• Arrange referrals, consultations, and therapeutic services, and confer with other physicians and specialists regarding diagnosis and treatment plans, including situations where other physicians may need information emergently.
• Instruct and counsel patients regarding their therapeutic regimens, give anticipatory guidance of normal growth and development, discuss family planning, provide counseling on emotional problems of daily living, and promote wellness and prevention.
• Maintain a safety conscious, clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Cooperate in oversight and consultation from physicians and provide direct supervision to medical students and allied health professionals who are pursuing educational experiences in the Clinic, as directed by Employer.
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Assist in developing health care team staff by providing information, educational opportunities, and experiential growth opportunities.
• Obtain Refer and Follow Active Privileges with Olympic Medical Center, which will include managing short-stay orders for primary care patients.
• May participate in after-hours and/or weekend call as determined by Medical Directors(s).
• Comply with all applicable policies, procedures, and protocols, and participate in the development/review of these as ongoing quality improvement, at Employers direction.
• Properly create and maintain necessary charts, documents, and records.
• Complete medical records as follows: Patient progress notes within 48 hours of patient encounters, Inbox messages, including patient calls, staff messages within 72 hours, Urgent lab results within 48 hours, Co-sign orders within 48 hours, All labs should be reviewed within 5 days.
• Properly document all patient care and clinical decision making.
• Assist Employer in billing for all services provided pursuant to the Agreement and this position description.
• Participate, as required by Employer, in marking programs developed or implemented by Employer.
• Enroll as a physician in the Federal Medicare program and the Washington State Medicaid program and maintain eligibility to seek reimbursement under such programs for covered services.
• Exercise discretion regarding all matters related to the official business of Employer.
• Promote the interests of Employer and the Clinic at certain social and civic functions as directed by Employer.
• Adhere to all JST policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for safety, and work practices as described in the Occupational Exposure Control Plan and HIPAA.
• Provide other services and duties as directed by Director of Advanced Care Providers.

Benefits

• Opportunity to provide meaningful patient care
• Support the healthcare team when coverage is needed
• Clinical autonomy
• Collaboration
• Preventative care
• Building strong relationships with patients
• Use clinical expertise to support quality healthcare in a community-focused environment

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level