Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner

Job Description

Join our dynamic team at Katy Trail Community Health as a Full Time Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner. This exciting opportunity allows you to make a real impact on the rural health communities that we serve. As an APN specializing in Infectious Disease, you'll have the chance to provide vital care and support to patients facing HIV and other infectious diseases. Your expertise as an FNP will be invaluable in diagnosing, treating, and managing these complex conditions.

The compensation for this role is Commensurate with Experience
, reflecting the value we place on your skills and dedication. Don’t miss the chance to be part of a caring team dedicated to improving the health of our community. As a team member you'll be able to enjoy benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, and HRSA Student Loan Repayment Options.

In this role, as an Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner at Katy Trail Community Health, you can expect a dynamic and fulfilling day-to-day experience. Your responsibilities will include diagnosing and treating patients with infectious diseases, particularly HIV, in a compassionate and thorough manner. You'll collaborate with our team of healthcare professionals to create comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.

Your schedule will typically be Monday to Friday, with some evening shifts to accommodate patient needs. This varied schedule ensures you'll have the opportunity to engage with a diverse patient population and make a meaningful difference in their lives.

To excel in the role of Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner at Katy Trail Community Health, candidates must possess a diverse set of skills and qualifications. A valid Registered Nurse license in Missouri is essential, along with a Master’s Degree in Nursing and certification as a Nurse Practitioner through ANCC, NAACOG, or NAPNAP. Possessing an AAHIVS HIV Specialist Certification and APIC Certificate is highly valued, as is completion of additional HIV/HCV CME courses.

Extensive experience working with patients with infectious diseases is crucial for success in this role.

Candidates must also hold current BLS certification to ensure the highest standards of patient care. Demonstrating proficiency in these areas will enable you to provide exceptional care to our community in Sedalia, MO.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Missouri is required.
• Possession of a Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university including educational preparation as a nurse Practitioner with certification through ANCC, NAACOG, or NAPNAP
• State of Missouri, AAHIVS HIV Specialist Certification preferred.
• APIC Certificate preferred.
• Additional HIV/HCV CME Courses and certifications required.
• Extensive work with infectious disease patient panel required.
• Must have current BLS certification.