Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner
Prime Healthcare•Lewiston, ME
•Onsite
About The Position
Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join its Internal Medicine team serving the Central Maine region. The Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive, evidence-based primary and specialty medical care to adult patients. The NP evaluates, diagnoses, and manages acute and chronic medical conditions while emphasizing preventive care, patient education, and long-term health management.
Requirements
- Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- Current national NP certification, such as ANCC or AANP certification.
- Active RN and APRN/NP license in the applicable state.
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP (AGPCNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification, depending on the practice.
- Current BLS certification; additional certifications may be required by the employer.
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, communication, and critical-thinking skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in internal medicine, primary care, or adult healthcare preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive medical histories and physical examinations.
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions commonly seen in adult medicine.
- Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients and other healthcare professionals.
- Order and interpret laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, and other studies.
- Prescribe medications and monitor treatment effectiveness and potential adverse effects.
- Provide preventive healthcare, including health screenings, immunizations, and wellness counseling.
- Manage chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, COPD, and cardiovascular conditions.
- Educate patients regarding medications, lifestyle modifications, disease management, and preventive health.
- Coordinate referrals and care with specialists, hospitals, and other healthcare providers.
- Document patient encounters accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Participate in quality-improvement initiatives and follow applicable clinical, regulatory, and organizational standards.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Malpractice coverage with tail
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Paid time off and CME allowance
- Relocation assistance may be available
- Sign-on bonus up to $10,000
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
