Nurse Practitioner

Why Planned Parenthood?

Working at Planned Parenthood Great Northwest, Hawai’i, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky is more than a job. It provides the opportunity to contribute to our powerful mission and perform meaningful work.

In healthcare services, this means a commitment to providing the absolute best in patient care and education. Our exceptional health center staff drives our mission forward by upholding our acclaimed customer service & confidentiality standards, and working to create a safe, judgement-free space for anyone seeking Planned Parenthood services.

About our Clinician position

Under the supervision and direction of the assigned Lead Clinician or Clinician Manager, provide quality care to all patients in compliance with state law, affiliate medical standards and guidelines, organizational protocols, and current evidence-based standards of care. Works with Health Center Manager to optimize workflow and efficiency ensuring organization’s key performance metrics are met.

Essential Functions

In compliance with PPGNHAIK medical standards and guidelines, affiliate clinicians examine, screen, diagnose, and treat all patients based on current evidence, best practices, and clinical judgment

When designated, follows up abnormal findings and test results appropriately

Seeks consultation and makes appropriate referrals when clinical situations extend beyond their scope or when required by affiliate protocols.

Accurately document in PPGNHAIK’s electronic health record and support the function of revenue cycle by entering appropriate charges, diagnosis and CPT codes.

Implements new patient services into clinical practice in accordance with protocols and PPGNHAIK training.

Serves as clinical leader in the health center on a day-to-day basis, partnering with the health center manager to ensure quality care, a highly functioning and collaborative health care team, and a positive patient experience, and operational success – including but not limited to visit volume goals (3-4pt/hr).

Participates in affiliate education and updating meetings.

Major Responsibilities

Within state specified licensure and scope of practice and PPGNHAIK Medical Standards and Guidelines and privilege, provides confidential healthcare in a compassionate, professional and culturally competent manner to create a positive patient experience.

Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats reproductive health concerns including preventive care, contraception, sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy, gender affirming hormone care, and common gynecological conditions.

Identifies clinical emergencies and institutes with appropriate measures.

Supports organizational operations metrics by meeting clinician productivity benchmarks and ensuring accurate and timely charge entries, including assignment of appropriate diagnosis and CPT codes.

Maintains a cooperative and professional relationship among the health care team by communicating information, responding to requests, building rapport, participating in team problem-solving, and serving as the clinical expert and resource in PPGNHAIK health centers.

Serves as a delegator for support staff as required by state regulations (i.e. Medical Assistants).

Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with universal precautions, OSHA/WISHA, CLIA, PPFA, and PPGNHAIK policies and procedures.

Participate in organization research projects as they affect medical functions.

Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.

Unless specifically requested by the Clinician Manager, this role is considered 100% clinical. Administrative duties such as…