Urgent Care - Nurse Practitioner

Become a part of Optimum Care Partners and help us make a difference in healthcare. Join our team to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care and drive innovation in medical services.

Reports To:
Vice President of Operations & Clinic Manager

Job Summary:
Join our team at Optimum Care Hospitalist Group in Oklahoma City, OK, as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) dedicated to delivering high-quality urgent care services during evening and weekend shifts. This position offers an opportunity to utilize your clinical expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing a variety of urgent medical conditions. You will collaborate closely with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes in a fast-paced and supportive environment.

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and assessments to determine urgent care needs.
• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses, injuries, and infections.
• Perform minor procedures such as suturing, wound care, splinting, and minor surgical interventions.
• Prescribe medications and treatments based on clinical guidelines and patient needs.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including X-rays and laboratory tests.
• Educate patients and families on medical conditions, treatment options, and preventive care.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records using electronic health records (EHR).
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers.
• Adhere to practice protocols, clinical guidelines, and regulatory standards.
• Provide patient-centered care with empathy and compassion.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.
• Current Nurse Practitioner license and certification in Oklahoma, or Current Physician Assistant license and certification in Oklahoma.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or a related field preferred.
• Proficiency in performing urgent care procedures and managing urgent medical conditions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to work some evening shifts during weekdays and weekends as scheduled.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to travel to patient homes, requiring reliable transportation (mileage reimbursement provided).
• Ability to perform physical assessments and assist patients with mobility or other tasks as necessary.
• Occasional lifting or moving of patients or equipment may be required.