Family Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary :

The incumbent provides outpatient comprehensive primary care services for patients of all ages by performing the following functions.

Essential Functions (Family-NP)

• Provides outpatient services for all patients registered to Spectrum Health Services, Inc.
• Provide for the non-obstetrical needs of the site's adult and pediatric population
• Examines patients for symptoms or physical information
• Follow up on abnormal laboratory results
• Reviews patient's medical record, including allergies, problems, medications, and immunization status
• Elicits and records information about patient's medical history
• Conducts physical examinations to provide information needed for health wellness, admission to school, consideration for jobs, or eligibility for insurance coverage.
• Documents the patients visit including physical exam, diagnoses, and plan of action.
• Provides gynecological examinations to females as needed.
• Promotes health by advising patients about diet, hygiene, and methods for preventing of disease.
• Refers patients to medical specialist for consultant services when necessary for patients well being
• Confers with staff of other agencies, hospitals, schools, and community services to establish and maintain continuity of care.
• Responds to and assists with any medical emergencies that may occur at the site.
• Assists in establishing of clinical protocols for Spectrum Health Services, Inc
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities and peer review activities as required.
• Participates in rotation of after clinic hours for telephone coverage including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities :

None

Qualifications / Experience :

• Three to five years' experience in an ambulatory setting preferred
• A master's degree in C ertified R egistered N urse P ractitioner Program (CRNP) required.
• Board Certified in Family Medicine
• A CRNP certification required.
• Current DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) Certificate
• Current driver's license required
• Current CMEs required
• BLS certification required

Benefits :

Medical w / Vision & Prescription

Dental

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Sick Days

Paid Holidays

403b

PSLF