Family Nurse Practitioner

Southeastern Integrated Care LLC • Lumberton, NC

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About The Position

An Advanced Practice Provider (APP) functions as part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee to provide high-quality, cost-effective care to patients within the APPs scope of practice in collaboration with a supervising physician. The APP reflects the mission, vision, and values of the organization, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and other regulatory and accreditation standards. Skilled in the areas of Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder Services.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited graduate-level Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) program.
• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider (i.e., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) in the state of North Carolina.
• Board certification if required by the Department.
• Demonstrated clinical competency in Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorders.
• Effective leadership skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication and strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Obtains relevant health and medical history, performs thorough physical assessment, reviews and interprets pertinent diagnostic tests/results.
• Develops appropriate differential diagnoses and implements treatment plans including prescribing/ordering of appropriate evidence-based pharmacological agents.
• Conducts preventive health screening based on age, history, and patient needs.
• Maintains clear comprehensive yet concise records of all aspects of patient care.
• Educates clients and/or families regarding medical condition, treatment, and follow-up.
• Collaborates with clinicians, staff, and students to promote continuity and patient/family centered care.
• Provides instruction to physicians, clinical staff, nursing, ancillaries and/or students.
• Participates in community/network outreach programs.
• Engages in daily continuous quality improvement by identifying and implementing processes for improvement.
• Leads interdisciplinary teams to provide integrated delivery of patient care services.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees