NP/PA- Community Health Center
About The Position
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will provide high-quality primary care and support services to individuals and families within the local community. This position is a full-time, day-shift role, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The provider will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver patient-centered care in a community health setting. Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive health assessments, diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions, and developing individualized treatment plans. The NP/PA will provide preventive care services such as immunizations, screenings, and health education to promote wellness and disease prevention. This role also involves managing follow-up care, coordinating referrals to specialists when necessary, and ensuring continuity of care for patients. The provider will maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records, adhere to clinical protocols and regulatory requirements, and participate in quality improvement initiatives. Strong communication skills are essential for educating patients about their health, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and fostering trust within the community. The NP/PA will also play a key role in addressing social determinants of health by connecting patients to appropriate resources and support services. This position requires a commitment to compassionate, culturally competent care and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing patient needs. This position is involved in a team-based approach to care. Team members are trained to meet the highest level of function for their role as per the State of Tennessee/Georgia guidelines. Is trained and assigned (as per their role and responsibilities) to coordinate care for patients and is trained and assigned to support patients/families/caregivers in self-management, self-efficacy and behavior change. Is trained and assigned (as per their role and responsibilities) to manage the practices patient population. Participates in the practices quality improvement process and performance evaluation.
Requirements
- RN with a master's degree in nursing
- Certification in family and/or adult nurse practitioner
- Graduate of a nationally accredited school of nursing
- Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Tennessee
- Eligibility to sit for certification in area of specialty
- Tennessee licensure or multistate licensure from a compact state must be obtained within three months of hire for non-Tennessee residents
- Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over their life span
- Possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status
- Ability to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the units policies and procedures
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a FQHC strongly preferred
- Certification in areas of specialty
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions
- Develop individualized treatment plans
- Provide preventive care services such as immunizations, screenings, and health education
- Manage follow-up care
- Coordinate referrals to specialists
- Ensure continuity of care for patients
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records
- Adhere to clinical protocols and regulatory requirements
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives
- Educate patients about their health
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
- Foster trust within the community
- Address social determinants of health by connecting patients to appropriate resources and support services
- Coordinate care for patients
- Support patients/families/caregivers in self-management, self-efficacy and behavior change
- Manage the practice's patient population
- Participate in the practice's quality improvement process and performance evaluation
- Develop evidence-based protocols and utilize them to develop an individualized plan of care
- Collect, document, and analyze patient data
- Collaborate with the health care team in the development and implementation of testing and treatment according to protocols
- Participate in development and implementation of health screening programs for adolescents and adults
- Develop protocols for identification of high-risk individuals
- Participate in community and corporate education on internal medicine topics
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
