Nurse Practitioner- Women's Health

Neighborhood Healthcare•Escondido, CA

21h•$124,100 - $191,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner Women’s Health works to support the mission and vision of Neighborhood Healthcare by providing excellent patient-centered care and services within a dynamic team environment. This role will provide comprehensive obstetric and gynecological care to our patients in an outpatient setting.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program required
California Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nursing license in good standing is required
Current California DEA licensure is required and is to be maintained as a condition of employment
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an American Heart Association (AHA)-approved source is required upon hire and must be maintained as a condition of employment
Board Certification (ANCC/AANPCB) or board eligible with certification within 12 months of hire required
Experience with specialization in women’s health required
Board certification for Women’s Health or Certified Midwife required
Ability to lift/carry 25 lbs/weight
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Follow all safety procedures as outlined in Neighborhood Healthcare’s Illness and Injury Prevention Plan (IIPP) and report any injuries and/or unsafe conditions immediately
Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices
Use appropriate body mechanics to ensure an injury free environment
Be familiar with location of nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exits
Follow all infection control procedures including blood-borne pathogen protocols
Maintain privacy of all patient, employee and volunteer information and access such information only on a need-to-know basis for business purposes
Comply with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations
Report all behavior and/or activity that are unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful

Nice To Haves

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing and proofreading skills
Excellent interpersonal skills to work with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals
Ability to lead and manage a team of healthcare professionals
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Knowledgeable about and experience with conducting gynecological examinations, procedures, and obstetric care
Knowledgeable about and experience with current evidence-based practices and guidelines in women's health
Ability to work with diverse patient populations
Ability to work in an advanced capacity in electronic medical records, email, video conferencing systems, and common office software
Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Excellent planning and organizational ability
Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner

Responsibilities

Administers or prescribes treatments and tests, including pap smears and pelvic/breast exams
Conducts thorough consultations, medical histories, and physical examinations of patients
Diagnoses and treats gynecological conditions, such as menstrual disorders, pelvic pain, infections, and menopause-related symptoms
Provides prenatal care, including regular check-ups and screenings for pregnancies
Offers family planning services, contraceptive counseling, and assists with contraceptive procedures
Performs minor office-based procedures, such as IUD insertions/removals and implant insertions/removals
Educates patients on reproductive health, preventative care, and treatment options
Provides counseling and support to patients regarding family planning, fertility issues, and pregnancy-related concerns
Collaborates with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, support staff, and other women's health practitioners to provide comprehensive patient care
Shares accountability for overall patient health outcomes by working in coordination with care teams
Operates to instill confidence in our care and in our facilities to patients, fellow employees, and other stakeholders
Maintains accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records and ensures proper documentation of patient encounters
Reviews patient files/records, including allergies, problems, medications, and immunization status
Elicits and records information about patient medical history
Examines patients for symptoms or physical information
Orders and executes various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient’s condition
Analyzes reports and findings of tests, examinations, and diagnoses to understand the patient’s current condition
Determines and prescribes patient medications, dosages, and schedules dependent on their conditions and allergies
Prescribes and administers vaccinations to immunize patients from communicable diseases
Documents patient visits, including medical history, physical exam, diagnoses, and plan of action
Stays informed of organizational activities and promotes mission and goals
Stays abreast of the latest advancements in women's health through continuing education, maintenance of certification, and professional development
Reviews and responds to all forms of communication, such as emails, TEAMs messages and voice mails
Functions at the highest level according to credentials and competency
Impacts patient experience by demonstrating courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracy