Nurse Practitioner, APRN, FNP
About The Position
The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive medical evaluations for Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) applicants at an on-site location in Los Angeles, California; Dallas, Texas; or Houston, Texas. The role includes reviewing medical records, obtaining detailed histories, performing physical examinations, interpreting diagnostic tests, assessing body systems, identifying disqualifying conditions, determining whether additional examinations are needed, communicating abnormal findings to applicants, and updating medical staff for accurate database documentation. Duties must comply with OSHA, the Privacy Act, DoD, USMEPCOM, HIPAA, and applicable military medical standards. The Nurse Practitioner evaluates applicants’ eligibility for military service, conducts mental and general health assessments, coordinates specialist consultations when needed, and documents care in the MHS Genesis Electronic Health Record system. The role also involves peer review, continuous quality improvement, risk management, collaboration with healthcare providers and military personnel, and support for efficient medical processing workflows. Other job-related duties may be assigned. This government-contract position is restricted to U.S. citizens. The position requires a Common Access Card (CAC) and the ability to pass the U.S. Department of Defense clearance process to acquire one, as well as Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications.
Requirements
- Master’s or doctoral degree in a Nurse Practitioner program accredited by ANCC or ANPCP.
- Board certification in Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP), Adult-Gerontology NP, or Acute Care NP.
- Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in any U.S. state or territory.
- Current, unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner.
- At least one year of post-graduate direct patient-care experience within the last three years.
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse teams and military stakeholders.
- Pass pre-employment qualifications for relevant government clearance and health standards, as well as Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Ability to pass the DoD clearance process and acquire a Common Access Card (CAC).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in MEPS facilities.
- Familiarity with military medical standards, medical processing procedures, and military-specific documentation systems.
- Proficiency in EHR systems such as Epic or Cerner.
- Possession of a CAC (Common Access Card) or PIV (Personal Identity Verification) Card.
Responsibilities
- Conduct medical histories and physical examinations for military applicants to assess service eligibility in accordance with U.S. Armed Forces medical standards.
- Review medical documentation, test results, and medical histories to determine applicants’ medical qualifications.
- Lead mental health and general health assessments and coordinate additional consultations with specialists when needed.
- Apply military medical accession standards and recommend additional medical evaluations when appropriate.
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and other privacy regulations when interacting with applicants and healthcare teams.
- Use the MHS Genesis Electronic Health Record system to document medical histories, physical examinations, and consultations accurately and in compliance with military health regulations.
- Participate in peer reviews and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Ensure medical documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with military and healthcare regulations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare providers and military personnel, to support effective patient care and operations.
- Assist with risk management and improve the efficiency of medical processing workflows.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Other possible benefits as provided; benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
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Job Type
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