Aprn

Community Health and Wellness of Greater Torrington•Torrington, CT

5d•$118,000 - $140,000

About The Position

The APRN provides clinical care within the scope of their Nurse Practitioner license. Advanced nursing practice activities are performed based on post-basic specialized education and experience. Under Connecticut law, for the first three years after licensure and at least 2,000 hours of practice, nurse practitioners must diagnose and treat alterations in health status in collaboration with a physician. The written collaborative agreement must address consultation and referral, patient coverage when the APRN is absent, review of patient outcomes, disclosure of the relationship to patients, and prescribing of Schedule II and III drugs. The APRN provides direct patient care as part of a clinical team and works with colleagues to plan and evaluate care. The role may focus on medical specialties appropriate to the APRN’s skills and board certifications, and includes community service, professional development, and participation in organizational meetings. The position requires a master’s degree in nursing and completion of an accredited certified nurse practitioner program, a current APRN license, and CPR certification. Experience as a nurse practitioner in a community health center or primary care setting, or in an emergency department or urgent care, is required. Family APRN training with pediatric experience is preferred; other subspecialty training and experience may also be considered. The salary range is $118,000 to $140,000.

Requirements

Current APRN license.
CPR certification.
Master’s degree from an accredited nursing program and successful completion of an accredited certified nurse practitioner program.
Experience as a nurse practitioner in a Community Health Center or Primary Care setting, or in an Emergency Department or Urgent Care.
Ability to problem-solve and use good judgment on a case-by-case basis.
Ability to effectively track client data, specialty appointments, and diagnostic tests.
Ability to effectively assess patient status.
Awareness of resources, referral options, and services outside of CHWC.
Professional positive attitude, understanding of customer service principles, trustworthiness, and excellent interpersonal skills.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Nice To Haves

Family APRN training with pediatric experience is preferred; other subspecialty training and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Assess patient illness by obtaining a complete medical history, ensuring findings are recorded in the patient’s medical record, performing physical examinations, ordering laboratory tests, and analyzing results.
Diagnose illness or health needs based on clinical data and physical assessments.
Provide direct patient care as a member of the clinical team, working with nurses, physicians, medical assistants, case managers, and patient access representatives toward the patient’s plan-of-care goals.
Collaborate with team members to support quality patient care, appropriate distribution of work, and efficient care.
May concentrate in medical specialties appropriate to skills and board certifications.
Participate in rotation to provide community services and take part in health fairs as needed.
Provide patient care and treatment in collaboration with a physician in accordance with state laws and the organizational job description.
Refer patients for diagnostic tests and specialist services as appropriate.
Work with staff to plan, develop, and evaluate patient care plans, and advocate for and support community health programs and policies.
Participate in Professional Practice, Quality Improvement, Staff, and other meetings as assigned.
Maintain and enhance professional knowledge of theory and practice by attending conferences, educational programs, and seminars.
Perform other duties as requested.
Attend mandatory education, case review, and departmental meetings as outlined by the Medical Director.
Effectively assess patient status and track client data, specialty appointments, and diagnostic tests; use good judgment and problem-solving skills; and remain aware of available resources, referral options, and services outside of CHWC.