Nurse Practitioner

Whole Woman's Health LLC•Alexandria, VA

29d

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner works directly with the physicians and other staff to deliver comprehensive gynecological care, according to our philosophy, for the patients at Whole Woman’s Health. The practitioner practices in a safe and proficient manner, keeping our policies and procedures and the individual patient’s needs in mind at all times. The practitioner provides direct and indirect patient-centered care to women and their support people under the guidance of the supervising physician, in close cooperation with staff, nurses, and the Clinic management team. The practitioner is responsible for treating patients within his or her scope of practice, as outlined in the Whole Woman’s Health protocol book and directed by the Medical Director at our facility. The ideal candidate is responsible for maintaining license/certification renewals, CPR every two years, and continuing education credits. The practitioner should be a dependable asset to the practice demonstrating an exemplary role in the aspects of punctuality, attendance, accountability, initiative, positive attitude, and team support.

Requirements

Possess a current VA state license as a Nurse Practitioner
Prescriptive authority preferred
Certification in Basic Life Support, biannually
Training in/knowledge of emergency supplies, their inventory, their location in the office, and their use.
Training in/knowledge of the pharmacology of the medications administered.
Training in/knowledge of OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA regulations.
Capable of handling fast paced, ever changing environment
Ability to organize and complete work related projects in a timely manner
Ability to work under pressure when given a task(s) that may require overtime to complete it
Ability to work both independently and as a team player
Demonstrated analytical ability
Critical thinking skills to resolve problems and arrive at workable solutions for a variety of situations.
Logical and systematic approach to work
Must possess the ability and capability to perform any task in the office.
Must have excellent visual and hearing acuity.

Nice To Haves

Certification in colposcopy, training in IUD insertion, and Implanon a plus
Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, or relevant experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide health screening such as pap smears, pelvic exams, breast checks, STI screening.
Counsel patients regarding birth control options and provide birth control including diaphragms and IUDs.
Dispensing Mifepristone or Misoprostol under MD orders as per the Whole Woman's Health medical abortion protocol.
Counsel, educate, and provide resources on women’s health issues.
Provide treatment for gynecological problems such as infection, abnormal bleeding, or abnormal pap results.
Identify non-gynecological medical problems and provide management or referral.
Review and triage patient labs, in accordance with physician orders and protocols. Liaison with other health care providers concerning client management and referral.
Return calls from established patients encountering problems or questions.
Chart all findings accurately and clearly.
Basic skills: manual blood pressure, temperature, pulse, finger stick, venipuncture, height, weight, injection, IVs, microscopy.
Ultrasound, surgical set up or assistant, aftercare (recovery room) during surgical abortion
Potential for laminaria insertion or provision of Mifepristone under physician delegation and supervision.
Perform follow up visits for patients experiencing post-abortion problems.
Act as a resource for local area women and other community area providers.
Provide training and education to staff and nurses, as appropriate.
Work with the Quality Assurance team to initiate improvements in protocols, educational materials, internal forms/paperwork, and patient care.
Coordinating travel arrangements
Planning/scheduling conference calls and meetings
Creating and maintaining files and records for historical and informational reference
Maintaining a high level of discretion and confidentiality while maintaining accurate, current and accessible administrative files.

Benefits

A competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
401(k) plan with a 3% company match.
Flexible work hours and family support programs
Additional perks, including employee discounts, and virtual team-building activities.
A culture/environment that is diverse, stimulating, and comprised of passionate and dedicated people.
Eligible to enroll in medical, dental, and vision insurance offerings, as well as voluntary life and disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing confidential 24/7 support services, including mental health counseling, financial and legal consultations, work-life balance resources, and wellness programs. Also includes a Basic Term Life and AD&D Insurance with $25,000 in coverage.
Two weeks starting paid personal time off, increasing with tenure, plus seven paid holidays.

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