Nurse Practitioner

State of Arkansas • Conway, AR

4h

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides advanced, independent healthcare services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients. NPs are essential in delivering high-quality, cost-effective care in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals. This role requires a high level of clinical expertise, patient management, and knowledge of state-specific regulations regarding the scope of practice.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Arkansas.
• Minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience.
• Advanced knowledge of medical and nursing practices, including pharmacology, pathophysiology, and patient care protocols.
• Strong diagnostic and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to prescribe and administer medications within the scope of practice.
• Proficient in the use of healthcare technologies and electronic health records (EHR).
• Ability to develop individualized patient care plans and provide health education.
• Excellent communication skills for patient interaction and collaboration with healthcare teams.

Nice To Haves

• Frequent state and regional travel to work in other Local Health Clinics required. Occasional out-of-state travel may be required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Occasional work outside of standard business hours may be required.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience working with electronic health records preferred.
• Computer skills and experience working with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook preferred.
• Experience working with Women’s Health is preferred.
• Exposure to environmental hazards may occur.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and physical examinations.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic conditions, including prescribing medications and therapies.
• Provide health education and counseling to patients and families.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to plan and deliver patient care.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to Arkansas State Board of Nursing regulations and guidelines in clinical practice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level