Family Nurse Practitioner

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Full Time Alpine, CA, US

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Department:
Medical

Supervised By:
Medical Director

Location:

Alpine/Campo

Compensation: $128,585-$168,205/year DOE

Paid Benefits for Employee (Medical/ Dental / Vision/life Insurance)

Grant:
None

Hours:

Full time, Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-4:30PM, time may vary to meet the needs of the Clinic

Delivers highest standard of medical care; maintains compliance with all regulatory and professional guidelines; observes medical staff policies, and procedures

• Provides medical care to patients within the scope of his/her licensure and in accordance with community standards of care.
• Performs duties and functions under the general supervision of SIHC physicians according to the “Standardized Procedures Agreement” between SIHC and a Nurse Practitioner signed by both the Nurse Practitioner and the SIHC Medical Director as required by Board of Registered Nurses of California.
• Through SIHC NP Standardized Procedures Agreement, shall exercise the requisite standard of care, defined as the exercise of at least that degree of skill, care, and diligence as would ordinarily be rendered by Nurse Practitioners under like and similar circumstances.
• Observes and executes medical protocols, policies and procedures in compliance with AAHC standards.
• Perform selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks in clinic under the collaborating Physician.
• Takes complete, accurate and detailed medical histories; performs complete physical examinations.
• Performs and/or assists in the following routine laboratory and screening techniques:
• Drawing of venous blood.
• Bladder catheterization as needed.
• Taking of cultures (throat, urethral, skin abscesses, etc.).
• Pelvic examinations and pap smears.
• Perform the following routine therapeutic procedures:
• Debridement, suturing/stapling, and care of superficial wounds.
• Removal of foreign bodies from the skin.
• Removal of sutures or staples.
• Taping and/or splinting of sprains and fractures.
• Incision and draining superficial skin infections.
• Ingrown toenail removal.
• Ear wick application.
• Joint injections and aspirations.
• Participates in monthly Medical and Quality Improvement meetings. Supports implementation of the organization’s Quality Improvement Plan.
• Maintains compliance with all aspects of regulatory and funding requirements including, but not limited to OSHA, CLIA, Title 22, etc.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule may be required based on need.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum of two years community based medical practice and in health care delivery and clinical systems. Must have successfully completed a Nurse Practitioner Program and have a current California Board of Registered Nursing and national Nurse Practitioner certification and active licensure as a Registered Nurse in California in good standing, furnishing number, and current DEA registration. Must be CPR & ACLS certified.

(ACLS certification may be obtained within the first four (4) weeks of employment with SIHC. Must be sensitive to Native American culture and values. Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of modern medicine related to public health services; structure and functions of public health organizations. General knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to public health. Familiarity with managed care systems.

A valid California driver’s license required with application submission and must be maintained throughout employment. Current certifications…