Nurse Practitioner

The Dent County Health Center in Salem, Missouri is the local public health agency serving individuals and families in the community. The organization provides a range of services, including WIC, health screenings, immunizations, and other essential preventive health programs. Dent County Health Center focuses on accessible, community-based care that promotes wellness and early intervention. Team members collaborate to support public health initiatives and improve health outcomes for residents across Dent County.

The Nurse Practitioner is a full-time, on-site role based in Salem, MO. This role provides direct patient care in a community health setting, including conducting health assessments, diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions, and prescribing medications in accordance with state and organizational guidelines. The Nurse Practitioner will perform routine screenings, administer immunizations, and support WIC and other public health programs through patient education and counseling.

Day-to-day responsibilities include collaborating with nurses and other health professionals, maintaining accurate and timely documentation, and participating in quality improvement and outreach activities to advance community health.

• Current Nurse Practitioner license in Missouri and national certification (e.g., FNP, ANP, PNP) or eligibility to obtain prior to start date.
• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program; master’s degree in nursing or related field preferred.
• Clinical experience in primary care, family practice, pediatrics, or community/public health settings.
• Demonstrated skills in health assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and prescription management.
• Ability to provide immunizations, perform routine screenings, and support preventive health and WIC-related services.
• Strong communication, patient education, and counseling abilities with diverse populations.
• Commitment to equitable, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed care in a public health environment.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and basic computer applications.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and to adapt in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• BLS certification required; ACLS or PALS preferred.