Nurse Practitioner

Kodiak Community Health Center•Kodiak, AK

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About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner delivers and documents quality primary health care services for Kodiak Community Health Center patients in accordance with KCHC policies and procedures, applicable regulations, professional standards, clinical protocols, and the employment agreement. Care must be within the Nurse Practitioner’s scope of practice and as allowed under Alaska law. The employment site may be KCHC’s main medical clinic, administrative building, or another location where KCHC provides services or staff perform work. Remote work may be permitted with approval from the supervisor and Executive Director. The role includes maintaining accurate patient records, participating in chart reviews, quality assurance and peer review, and working collaboratively with clinical leadership and the health care team. The Nurse Practitioner also contributes to patient education, community health promotion, community education and events, and ongoing professional learning. Regular attendance is required.

Requirements

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited university.
At least one year of experience providing direct patient care.
Current Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Alaska, maintained throughout employment.
National Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner.
Current BLS certification upon hire or obtained within six months of hire.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with health center management and other members of the health care team.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Regular attendance.

Responsibilities

Deliver clinical care to health center patients in accordance with current standards of care, KCHC policies and procedures, clinical protocols, applicable laws, and the employment agreement.
Provide care within the scope of practice and as allowed under Alaska law.
Maintain current, accurate, legible, and timely documentation for patient visits and services.
Cooperate with the Medical Director and Clinical Director on chart reviews and quality assurance activities.
Participate in peer review processes and group processes determined by the Medical Director.
Perform chart reviews as directed by the Medical Director and actively correct quality deficits identified through quality improvement reviews.
Participate in patient education and health promotion efforts to increase community awareness of health center services and healthy lifestyles.
Participate in ongoing community education, including newspaper articles, presentations, panel discussions, and public service announcements.
Participate in or provide support at community events, including in a volunteer capacity, on behalf of KCHC.
Attend weekly provider meetings when available.
Acquire and maintain medical knowledge and skills relevant to the patient population, including attending CME opportunities related to KCHC clinical practices.
Maintain knowledge of current professional standards of assessment and treatment and adhere to mandated ethical standards of professional behavior.
Obtain appropriate consultation and supervision for patient care procedures.
Work cooperatively and positively with internal staff and ancillary agencies.
Adjust work schedules as needed to accommodate KCHC business needs and other providers’ schedule requests.
Perform other related duties, as assigned, that support KCHC’s mission and vision.
Maintain regular attendance.