Nurse Practitioner- Csumb Campus Health Center

Cypress Health Partners Seaside , CA 93955

Posted 2 months ago

SUMMARY

Join our team at Doctors on Duty Mobile Clinic and make a difference in the lives of those in medically underserved areas. We are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care services through our state-of-the-art mobile clinic.

You will be responsible for providing Primary and Urgent care services to a diverse patient population, focusing on health maintenance, disease prevention, women's health and patient education. You will work under the supervision of a physician following established guidelines and protocols and within the scope of our Mobile Clinic practice.

REQUIREMENTS FOR POSITION:

  • Fluency in Spanish

  • Minimum one year of clinical experience in Primary Care or Urgent Care

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

  • Demonstrates the ability to perform physical exams on all patients, infant through the geriatric population.

  • Obtains and documents the patient's medical history and identifies health risk factors.

  • Demonstrates the ability to diagnose and treat common acute illnesses.

  • Demonstrates the ability to diagnose and treat chronic illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension.

  • Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

  • Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.

  • Orders and interprets diagnostic tests, i.e., laboratory work, x-rays, EKG.

  • Provides well childcare; women's healthcare, prenatal care, family planning.

  • Demonstrates the ability to prescribe medications and non-pharmacological therapies based on the patient's diagnoses, health history, and age.

  • Encourages positive health behaviors for the maintenance of health and the prevention of disease. This is done through education and counseling.

  • Always applies standardized care guidelines in clinical practice.

  • Provides patient and/or family with health education, counseling and referrals to other healthcare professionals and community resources when appropriate.

  • Assesses and documents patient and/or family psychosocial issues.

  • Treats patients and families with respect and dignity. Maintains high patient satisfaction scores.

  • Collaborates with physicians and other members of the health team to plan optimal care for the patient.

  • Works with the patient and family to formulate a patient treatment and education plan.

  • 8 hour shifts Monday - Thursday: 3 days in Salinas, I day in Greenfield. Additional hours may be available in our Urgent Care clinics.

  • Must have a reliable vehicle for travel to the Mobile Clinic locations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Provides follow-up care, determines the effectiveness of the treatment plan, reassesses, and changes the plan as needed.

  • Documentation meets all standards and policies. Documentation includes all findings, interventions, and results. Appropriately codes E&M at appropriate levels, without over or under coding. Completes and signs all documentation timely, usually at point of service, but no later than the end of the shift.

  • Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.

  • Functions as a patient advocate.

  • Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.

  • Participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.

  • Stays current with medical advancements, new technology, new drugs through continuing education classes, society meetings, professional journals etc.

  • Attends all departmental, organizational, and medical staff committee meetings as appropriate.

  • Meets the organization's requirements for participation in government and private payer incentive programs, such as PQRS and Meaningful Use.

  • Completes patient charts following appropriate documentation guidelines in a timely manner.

  • Assists with the development and implementation of specific policies and procedures.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:

  • We will require you to prove that you have received the COVID-19 vaccine or have a valid religious or medical reason not to be vaccinated.

CREDENTIALS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

  • Current Registered Nurse License in the State of California

  • Master's Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner's Program.

  • National Certification as a Nurse Practitioner or certification eligible.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

  • Registered with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Registration must be obtained within the first six (6) months of employment.

  • Current BCLS certification.

  • The scope of practice is related directly to practice guidelines and protocols under California law.

  • Basic computer knowledge. Ability to master efficient use of EMR.

  • Able to perform minor office surgeries, apply casts and splints, laceration repairs. (Training will be provided if needed)

  • Basic X-ray interpretation. (Training will be provided if needed)

  • Telemedicine evaluations for common minor injuries and illnesses.

  • Able to communicate effectively in English and Spanish, both verbally and in writing.

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Nurse Practitioner- Csumb Campus Health Center

Cypress Health Partners