Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care

Martin's Point Health Care•Portland, NH

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Martin's Point Health Care - an innovative, not-for-profit health care organization offering care and coverage to the people of Maine and beyond. As a joined force of "people caring for people," Martin's Point employees are on a mission to transform our health care system while creating a healthier community. Martin's Point employees enjoy an organizational culture of trust and respect, where our values - taking care of ourselves and others, continuous learning, helping each other, and having fun - are brought to life every day. Join us and find out for yourself why Martin's Point has been certified as a "Great Place to Work" since 2015. Position Summary The Nurse Practitioner provides primary care services as part of a collaborative care team at Martin’s Point Health Care. This role evaluates, diagnoses, treats, educates, and supports patients within the scope of licensure, training, clinical privileges, and applicable practice agreements. The Nurse Practitioner works closely with physicians, clinical staff, and other members of the care team to coordinate high-quality, patient-centered care.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program.
Current Registered Nurse license.
Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license.
Current Nurse Practitioner board certification through ANCC or AANP.
Current BLS certification.
Current DEA license, or ability to obtain.
Two or more years of experience in a paneled primary care provider role.
Knowledge of professional nursing practice, primary care, and patient assessment.
Ability to evaluate, diagnose, treat, and manage patients within scope of practice.
Ability to interpret clinical findings and routine diagnostic studies.
Strong clinical documentation and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with patients, physicians, clinical staff, and other care team members.
Ability to maintain quality and safety standards.
Ability to respond calmly and effectively in urgent or emergent situations.
Demonstrated alignment with Martin’s Point Health Care values.

Responsibilities

Obtain patient histories, perform physical exams, assess clinical concerns, and document findings in the medical record.
Develop and implement treatment plans, including ordering tests, interpreting routine diagnostic studies, and prescribing medications within scope of practice.
Perform approved therapeutic procedures, which may include injections, immunizations, wound care, incision and drainage of superficial infections, splinter removal, simple laceration repair, and related procedures.
Educate and counsel patients on health promotion, disease prevention, treatment plans, medication use, lifestyle factors, and follow-up care.
Coordinate patient care needs with physicians, nurses, clinical staff, and other members of the care team.
Facilitate appropriate referrals and connect patients with community health resources, as needed.
Provide care in Martin’s Point Health Care locations, including After Hours Clinic coverage, as assigned.
Participate in daily huddles, team meetings, and workflow improvement efforts.
Maintain required clinical documentation, privileges, licensure, certifications, and demonstrated competency.
Respond appropriately to urgent or emergent clinical situations.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Practice Medical Director.