Family Nurse Practitioner (Fnp)

Locations: Porterville, CA

Type:Tribal

Salary Range:$160,000 to $160,000 / Per Year

Open Period:6/26/2024 to 7/5/2024

Summary:Under the direction of the Medical Director/ Physician and in coordination with other health care providers, the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) functions as a clinical healthcare provider for the examination, diagnosis, and medical prevention/treatment/education of for a full range of patients at TRIHCI. The FNP must be able to communicate well and be able to establish rapport with patient and their families.

He/she must be sensitive to the needs of the Indian community; its cultures, traditions, behavior patterns, and background. The FNP must be familiar with the goals and objectives of TRIHCI; maintain genuine enthusiasm for the success of TRIHCI's health programs; and consequently, exercises a strong sense of stewardship in developing and maintaining community relations.

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Duties:Essential Duties and Responsibilities: a. Perform and provide primary medical diagnostic, preventative, education, and treatment services at all TRIHCI facilities, and in accordance with applicable policies and standards. b. Initiate thorough patient interviews/medical histories and coordinate appropriate diagnostic and screening tests/examinations. c. Deliver preliminary diagnosis to patients and direct, prescribe, or coordinate a full treatment regimen, including health education, health maintenance, prescription medications, and follow-up services. d. Prepare, maintain, and update physical and electronic medical records in accordance with medical standards of care, medical practice guidelines and organizational need. e. Recognize and evaluate situations which call for immediate attention of the physician and, when necessary, initiate treatment procedures essential for the life of the patient. f. Coordinate patient referrals for specialty health care, including coordination with TRIHCI's Purchased/Referred Care (PRC) department and available telemedicine programs. g. Collaborate with Clinic Physicians on the development, updating, and implementation of FNP protocols and other necessary medical protocols in accordance with governing regulations and standards. h. Able to identify high-risk patient and make the appropriate referral to higher-level of care as outlined in the TRIHCI Policy and Procedures or as deemed appropriate by medical standards of care. Moreover, refer patients for specialty clinic services if medically necessary and Integrate recommendations made by subspecialists into the patient treatment plan. i. Consult with other medical, mid-level, and nursing providers to ensure effective case management and to address complex or difficult patient issues. j. Promote a cohesive cooperative working relationship with fellow providers, which may include helping with excess patient overflow and working after hours, as needed. k. Ensure compliance, productivity and documentation standards are adhered to, and documentation and coding is accurately completed. l. Participate in "Peer Review" program to provide objective assessment of peers. m. Coordinate, supervise, perform, and/or review routine lab work and therapeutic procedures including injections, immunizations, debridement, suture and care of superficial wounds, and other procedures. (See Job Announcement for more position duties)

Qualifications:Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed here are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 1) Must possess broad competency with medical and nursing skills and knowledge and be able to effectively apply them in an ambulatory outpatient setting. 2) Must possess or be able to obtain specific regulatory knowledge as it pertains to Indian health from entities such as IHS, CRIHB, IHP, and the State of California. 2) Must have good communication skills, be able to effectively communicate with diverse populations, and be willing to convey responsibilities to patients. 3) Demonstrate the ability to work independently in carrying out assignments while remaining reliable and dependable. 4) Demonstrate professional competency in office and healthcare abilities, including the maintenance of client confidentiality. 5) Possess basic computer and database software operation knowledge and demonstrate a working knowledge of routine office hardware and equipment (e.g. printers, copiers, fax machines, etc.). 6) Must demonstrate the ability to maintain accurate records and preparing clear and accurate reports for informational, auditing, and operational use, including capacities for attention to detail and for reviewing and verifying accuracy of data. 7) Possess the ability to organize and follow one's own work schedule (i.e. setting priorities, being available during work hours, and meeting critical deadlines). 8) Possess the ability to perform well in group problem-solving situations and use reason even when dealing with highly emotional topics. 9) Possess the ability to become knowledgeable of health needs and services provided to the Indian community both on and near the reservation. 10) Demonstrate the competency and integrity to maintain the confidentiality of organizational, employee, and client records. 11) Possess the ability to deliver effective education, training, and presentations on technical medical subjects to large and/or small groups of various educational and cultural backgrounds. (See Job Announcement for more qualifications)

Work Type:Permanent, Full