Nurse Practitioner

DescriptionUnder the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), SVP of Medical Services, and/or ClinicalSite Director, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides direct clinical care to patients as per education, training,license, and certification. The NP is a member of Care Team with the purpose of providing evidence-based andquality medical care to Zufall Health Center patients.Essential Functions, Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvides care to patients in accordance with rights and privileges granted through RN licensure and NP certification including, but not limited to, diagnostic and therapeutic assessments, treatment of conditions and illnesses within the scope of practice, referral and follow-up of patients, and other duties as assigned. Serves as a primary care provider to appropriate panel of patients, and acts as patient advocateWorks closely with collaborating physician and follows the guidelines detailed in the joint protocol forNPs and collaborating physiciansLeads assigned clinical support staff within the patient care team to improve patient careParticipates in night and weekend call coverage in rotation with other providers as assigned. Consults with collaborating physician or CMO on cases as needed. Assists with weekend, night and early morning hours of operations and adjusts schedule as neededAssists patients in obtaining community resources, referrals and other services as clinically indicated by the center's diverse populations. Assists the CMO and collaborating physician in accessing services for the center and its patients with the local provider community, including physicians, hospitals, and laboratoriesRemains mindful of and achieves Federal and health center productivity standardsParticipates in clinical performance improvement activities and conducts peer reviews of meetings as deemed necessary by the CMO. Attends regular meetings of the medical staff and other meetings as deemed necessary by the CMOParticipates in clinical operations by ensuring compliance according to local, state, and federal rules and regulations, and ensures that licensing, credentialing, and educational activities are kept current and up to date. Contributes to and follows established policies and protocols for clinical careParticipates in in-service educational programs and continuing education. Teaches and trains other health center staff and NP students as neededParticipates in community health initiatives including health fairs, special immunization sessions, and other community and outreach activities as directedMaintains membership in appropriate professional associations. Is an active member of the Medical Staff at Zufall Health CenterFollows code of conduct, policies and procedures of Zufall Health Center, and State and Federal regulationsMaintains client confidentiality and follows HIPAA regulations in all interactionsPerforms other related duties as assigned by the CMO, or other supervising physicianAssume duties of Director of Nursing as assigned by the SVP of Nursing and Clinical Operations.RequirementsTo perform successfully, the individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. Therequirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.Excellent verbal and written communication skillsAble to relate well to a diverse group of patients and staffAble and willing to work on as needed basis in order to meet operational needs of the centerProficient with computers, and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel,and electronic medical recordsLearn and apply trauma informed care principles in everyday interactionsAbility to speak both English and Spanish strongly preferredEducation, Training and ExperienceBachelor’s degree as Registered Nurse and Master’s degree or Doctorate from an Advanced Nurse Practitioner training program from an accredited college or universityCertification as an NP in the area of trainingPossession of an RN license and an Advance Nurse Practitioner license from New JerseyCurrent certification as an Advance Nurse Practitioner in specialty practicePossession of a valid DEA and CDS registration. BLS CertificationMinimum of one year experience in a community health setting preferredBicultural and bilingual experience valued