Family Practice CNP (NHSC student loan repayment eligible)

HEART OF OHIO FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS•Whitehall, OH

5d•$94,000 - $124,000

About The Position

The Certified Nurse Practitioner provides holistic medical services to Heart of Ohio Family Health patients in acute care and clinical office settings. The role plans, directs, and evaluates health care in ambulatory services; examines and treats chronic and acute episodic illnesses, minor injuries, accidents, and other conditions; performs selected laboratory testing; makes referrals; prescribes medications; and performs office procedures within the practitioner’s expertise, applicable protocols, and available equipment. The Nurse Practitioner works with the Medical Director in the care and treatment of residents and staff. The position reports to the Chief Medical Officer and does not supervise staff. The work schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday during standard business hours, with hours subject to change due to business necessity. The position is exempt. Dress is scrubs or business casual with a lab coat while on the clinic floor, and business casual at other times, in accordance with the organization’s dress code. The role requires maintaining patient confidentiality and complying with applicable organizational policies, professional standards, and state and federal laws and regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA. The job description notes that duties and responsibilities may change or be added.

Requirements

Diploma from an accredited School of Advanced Practice Nursing and equivalent certification by the American Nurses Association.
Licensed to practice in the State of Ohio.
Board eligible or certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years of nursing experience in an ambulatory care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete patient histories and physical examinations.
Document patient care according to policy and the Standard of Care Agreement.
Formulate and direct patient plans of care in accordance with the Standard of Care Agreement.
Refer patients to other providers as needed.
Prescribe medications in accordance with Ohio laws, regulations, and the applicable formulary.
Comply with state advanced practice nursing guidelines and laws on practicing medicine.
Direct patient education related to health education, maintenance, and emotional and physical needs.
Participate in Medical Staff activities and the Performance Improvement Program.
Use supplies in a cost-effective manner.
Communicate effectively and maintain professional working relationships with other health care team members.
Participate in planning and problem solving, continuing education, and professional growth.
Attend provider staff meetings and maintain knowledge of and comply with personnel and medical policies and procedures.
Assist other team members and serve as a role model for clinical staff.
Follow organizational privacy, security, and compliance standards and report suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts or practices through designated channels.