Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant - Float, Riverside

ROLE OVERVIEW And PURPOSE

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Float, works to support the mission and vision of Neighborhood Healthcare (NHC) by providing excellent patient-centered care and services within a dynamic team environment. This role will provide general medical care and treatment to patients under the direction of providers. In addition, this role will assess training opportunities to promote team development.

• The float position requires regular travel between assigned locations within the organization’s service area.
• Assigned site varies based on operational needs.
• Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines/instructions from providers and NHC practice protocols.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient’s clinical problems and health care needs.
• Records physical findings and formulates plan and prognosis based on patient’s condition.
• Discusses cases with providers and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plans.
• Submits health care plans and goals of individual patients for periodic review and evaluation by providers.
• Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment to patients, such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures.
• Refers patients to providers for consultation or specialized health resources for treatment.
• Keeps informed and promotes organizational activities and team goals aligned to the NHC mission and vision.
• Identifies training needs and promotes developmental activities for the team.
• Performs duties in accordance with the NP Supervisory Agreement.
• Impacts patient experiences by demonstrating courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracy.
• Shares accountability for overall patient health outcomes by working in coordination with care teams.
• Operates to instill confidence in our care and in our facilities to patients, fellow employees, and other stakeholders.

• Master's degree in nursing is required.
• California Nurse Practitioner License in good standing, or Physician Assistant License in good standing is required.
• Registered Nurse License in good standing is required.
• DEA:
  Current CA DEA licensure is required and maintained as a condition of employment.
• BLS:
  Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an American Heart Association (AHA)-approved source is required upon hire and must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• An AHA-approved course includes an in-person, hands-on skills check with a certified instructor using a mannequin to demonstrate CPR and emergency response techniques. Online-only BLS courses without a live skills check do not meet this requirement.
• Board Certification (ANCC/AANPCB) or board eligible with certification within 12 months of hire is required.

• Reliable transportation and flexibility to adjust work location on short notice are required.
• Mileage will be reimbursed according to organizational policy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing and proofreading skills.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Knowledgeable about and experienced with providing direct care to patients.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent planning and organizational ability.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently.
• Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner.
• This position requires coverage at multiple Riverside County clinics.

• Ability to lift/carry 20 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.

• Follow all safety procedures as outlined in Neighborhood Healthcare’s Illness and Injury Prevention Plan (IIPP) and report any injuries and/or unsafe conditions immediately.
• Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices.
• Follow all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions.
• Use appropriate body mechanics to ensure an…