Nurse Practitioner

This is an excellent opportunity to work for an organization that truly makes a difference in the community. Clinicas Del Camino Real, Inc. offers a highly competitive salary; excellent benefit package including full medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; generous holiday, vacation and sick leave.

The Advanced Practice Provider is responsible for performing the following duties:

• Performs examinations and provides treatment for minor injuries and acute illness to adult patients and children. Type of treatment includes sprains, strains, wound management, infections, allergies, skin/hair/soft tissue disorders, among others.
• Determines abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory studies; interprets test results.
• Performs procedures such as suturing, splinting, casting, immunizations, injections, skin lesion removal, etc.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes and assists in provision of continuity of care. Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care options as appropriate.
• Prescribes medications and treatment regimens as appropriate.
• Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-rays.
• Responds to stressful situations in a calm and rational manner.
• Counsels patients and their families on health promotion, diagnosis and medical management.
• Behaves in a professional and empathetic manner in order to build trust with patients.
• Participates in the education of patients on disease prevention and positive health and lifestyle choices.
• Assists ancillary staff with the maintenance of clinical competencies and the promotion of critical thinking skills.
• Interacts in a professional manner and works collaboratively with Clinicas’ staff and patients.
• Adheres to and follows established nursing policies, procedures and practices.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient care information confidential in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Interacts in a professional manner and works collaboratively with Clinicas’ staff and patients.
• Maintains a professional image.
• Provides excellent customer service to patients, vendors and employees.
• May assist patients with mental illness, substance abuse problems and or/emotional disturbance.
• Due to the nature of the job, may work with or be exposed to information or material of a sexual nature.
• Performs other duties as assigned including participation in all safety programs which may include assignment to an emergency response team.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Master of Nursing degree or Master of Physician Assistant Studies
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant program
• Current California State License.
• Current DEA license with unrestricted prescription authority.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.
• Current BLS for Healthcare providers certification
• Previous experience in an urgent care or emergency department preferred.
• Ability to maintain effective organized systems and ensure timely patient flow.
• Proficiency with use of computers and programs is required. Previous experience with Electronic Health Records system is desirable.
• Must have the ability to establish effective relationships with patients and fellow staff. Must be a team player with professional demeanor, possess a good work ethic, be self-motivated and a problem solver and take personal pride in own work.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and good clinical judgement.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule including extended shifts, weekends and/or holidays.
• Maintains a neat and professional image.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefit package including full malpractice insurance with tail coverage; full medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage; pension profit sharing program; 403(b) program; and generous holiday, vacation, sick and continued education leave.

Duties:

**In-State only**

Due to continued growth, Clinicas del Camino Real, Inc. (Clinicas) currently has an opportunity for Urgent Care Family Practice Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistants to work in a truly unique and rewarding environment. Clinicas is a non-profit, multi-service, Joint Commission accredited healthcare organization whose mission is to provide quality, comprehensive and preventative health care services to the underserved population. We have 13 locations in Ventura County which is located on the beautiful Pacific Coast, nestled between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara. Ventura County offers a Mediterranean climate often described as the best in the world, with average annual temperatures of 74.2 degrees and the best of California's beaches, campgrounds, national forests, marinas and parks.

Requirements:

Successful candidates will be a graduate of a PA program approved by the CA State Board. Possess a current California State License. Spanish is helpful, but not required.