Nurse Practitioner Family Practice

Description

NURSE PRACTIONER Family Practice
RESPONSIBLE TO: Chief Medical Officer

I. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under the direction and supervision of the Medical Director, the Nurse Practitioner performs duties normally assigned in the general practice of ambulatory family medicine.

II. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provides all patient care services as outlined in medical protocols under the supervision of the Medical Director or an M.D. designated by the Medical Director.

2. Provides direct diagnostic and therapeutic care including initial and follow-up visits to patients who may be seen for a variety of reasons.

3. Provides direct patient care including history taking, physical examination, assessment, health education and counseling, prescribing, and routine procedures.

4. Consults with supervising physician on non-routine matters.

5. Refers patients for M.D. evaluation as outlined in protocols.

6. Participates on Medical Quality review committee and in required audits.

7. Maintains close liaison with and makes referrals to specialists as necessary and approved by the Medical Director.

8. Actively seeks educational materials for patient use that meet standards of accuracy, quality and appropriateness.

9. Performs other related duties as may be required by the Medical Director or Administrative supervisor.

III. QUALIFICATIONS

1. Current licensure in State of California as a Registered Nurse and satisfactory completion of an accredited training program.

2. California Board Certification or Board Eligible as a Nurse Practitioner.

3. Prior experience in an outpatient setting.

4. Current CPR certification.

Job Type: Full-time