Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

Feather River Tribal Health, Inc. • Oroville, CA

2d • $76 - $80

About The Position

As a member of the health care team, the Family Nurse Practitioner provides primary health care services at FRTH clinics in accordance with approved standards of practice. The role includes obtaining medical histories, performing physical examinations, interpreting laboratory and x-ray results to identify health problems, and providing appropriate therapy. The practitioner coordinates patient care, collaborates with other health care team members, and performs other duties as assigned.

The position requires providing care under standardized protocols, furnishing pharmaceuticals and medical devices, diagnosing and managing common health problems, and consulting with physicians on complex cases. The practitioner also conducts health maintenance procedures, administers or orders injections and immunizations, maintains patient records, reviews laboratory findings, and contributes to clinic committees and quality improvement activities.

The role includes continuing education, required trainings and meetings, health education for staff and patients, and potentially serving as a preceptor. The work involves regular exposure to odors and airborne particles, moderate noise, exposure to body fluids and viruses, and physical and emotional demands, including high stress. FRTH is a drug- and alcohol-free workplace and requires drug testing at hire and upon reasonable suspicion after hire.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and California licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• Completion of education and training in family medicine/nurse practitioner practice and certification to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner in California.
• Current Furnishing Number in accordance with the Nursing Practice Act.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid California driver’s license and current car insurance sufficient to be insurable, if designated as a requirement.
• Maturity, judgment, experience, and confidence conducive to independent practice in a challenging work environment.
• Awareness, sensitivity, and appreciation of Native American culture, traditions, customs, and socioeconomic needs.
• Knowledge of confidentiality requirements outlined in the Corporate Compliance Plan.
• Ability to work productively with individuals and professional and community groups; plan and execute work efficiently; seek and use supervision and consultation; exercise good judgment; and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain a professional attitude and appearance.
• Ability to meet deadlines and complete assigned projects in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ability to be prompt and efficient with minimal absences.
• Ability to use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear within normal range; frequently stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, and use taste and smell senses.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to manage time constraints and emotional stress and tolerate exposure to body fluids and viruses.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary health care under established standardized protocols and applicable California nursing practice requirements.
• Furnish pharmaceuticals and/or medical devices to patients in accordance with standardized procedures.
• Diagnose and manage common health problems, consulting and collaborating with physicians on more complex cases.
• Screen for problems requiring referral to staff physicians or other resources.
• Perform physical examinations and health maintenance procedures, including rectal and pelvic examinations and intraocular pressure determinations.
• Administer or order injections and immunizations.
• Regulate selected medications and/or treatments.
• Coordinate all phases of patient health care and collaborate with other members of the health care team.
• Provide individual, family, and community health education as needed.
• Initiate and maintain Problem Oriented Medical Records in S.O.A.P. format using dictated summaries, provider templates, and/or electronic health records.
• Serve on clinic committees as agreed upon with the Medical Director.
• Meet with clinic providers to review patient care and participate in Quality and Performance Improvement activities.
• Use prudent judgment during emergencies that require action beyond established protocols and immediately notify a physician and/or Medical Director.
• Review laboratory findings, notify patients of results or delegate notification to staff, initial findings, and return them for prompt filing.
• Maintain punctuality, consistent attendance, and effective working relationships through appropriate communication.
• Meet measurable goals and objectives set with the supervisor and participate in reviews of those measures.
• With specialized training and written approval, perform additional specialized tasks and procedures pertinent to the assigned area.
• Participate in continuing education to maintain current, active licensure and provide quality patient care.
• Attend required trainings, meetings, and conferences.
• Work with the organization to develop and provide health education for staff and patients.
• Participate in special agency and university programs as a preceptor for physician extender staff, interns, and others as required.
• Learn and implement evolving electronic health record functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical coverage beginning the month after hire for Self, Self + One, and Self + Family tiers.
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision coverage for employee-only coverage; additional family coverage is available at a competitive rate.
• 401(k) plan available immediately upon hire with a 3.5% employer match.
• $20,000 employer-paid life insurance policy for full-time employees, with options to purchase additional coverage.
• Vacation accrual begins on the first day, up to 120 hours annually.
• Loan repayment assistance available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed