Nurse Practitioner NP

Purpose:

The Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) is responsible for providing medical services to promote efficient and effective medical care according to the mission, vision and goals of Western Wayne Family Health Centers (WWFHC). The CNP will function as an integral member of a collaborative practice and will participate in the care of all patients.

PART I: ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTION AND DUTIES

• Delivers primary health care and other health services to designated consumers of outpatient services as assigned. Work with medical providers in a team-based approach to deliver optimal care for WWFHC patients.

Work in tandem with collaborating physician as outlined in signed collaborative agreement.

• Record keeping including follow-up of patients with missed appointments, tracking of tests ordered by CNP.
• Refers to collaborating physician for complex patient cases. If collaborator is not available, seek assistance from any WWFHC physician at worksite in area of specialty. Understand that the CMO is ultimately available for guidance.
• Provides consultation and health education.
• Dispenses medications as licensed.
• Renders first aid, as necessary.
• Advocates for client's best interest and makes appropriate recommendations and referrals for follow-up with health service providers in the community to meet the needs of consumers.
• Provides back up assistance to medical team to administer injections, draw blood, and take lab specimens, as necessary.
• Reviews and responds to lab results, medical records and other patient results as part of the healthcare team.
• Upholds the mission of Western Wayne Family Health Centers, by providing integrated, affordable and quality health care to those who need it most.
• Documents services delivered in a timely, accurate and prescribed manner, in compliance with the Western Wayne Family Health Center's Quality Assurance Plan.
• Adheres to the Policies and Procedures, standards for service delivery and Code of Ethics established by Western Wayne Family Health Center.
• Serves on Western Wayne Family Health Center committees, working groups, and other teams as assigned.
• Participates in peer review and quality improvement activities.
• Available to work at any of the WWFHC locations as directed by management.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PART II: CLINIC WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES

Customer Relations:

• Treats guests, patients, physicians, and other employees with care, courtesy, and respect.

• Responds quickly and appropriately to customer request.

• Looks for and suggests ways to better meet customer needs.

• Answers clinic communications systems promptly and with courtesy and respect.

• Teamwork:

• Works cooperatively within own department and other areas.

• Willingly accepts additional responsibility - tries to make others job easier.

• Responds quickly to request for assistance.

• Required to work closely with patients and associates.

• Interacts with other departments on problem issues.

• Accepts feedback from patients, visitors, clinic employees, physicians and general public.

• Continuous Improvement:

• Continuously looks for and suggests ways to improve.

• Effectively completes assignment to achieve the greatest benefits at acceptable cost.

• Implements improvements as appropriate.

• Demonstrates interest in own growth and development by:

• Periodically evaluating own performance.

• Demonstrating an awareness of personal abilities and limitations.

• Independently seeking means to make improvements.

• Participates in required annual trainings and reviews in a timely manner such as Relias trainings and EMR updates. Maintains CME requirements.

• Attends monthly medical provider meeting and 'all staff' meetings.

• Communications:

• Keeps appropriate people informed.

• Speaks and writes clearly, concisely, and appropriately for need.

• Listens carefully.

• Communicates tactfully.

• Understands that all confidentiality and privacy considerations are respected and fostered at work and off duty.

• Use of personal cell phone is required for clocking in and out of timekeeping system and as a security step for system access as needed.

• Self -Management:

• Presents a positive image of Western Wayne Family Health Center at all times.

• Carries out assignments with little need for direction.

• Timeliness.

• Maintains confidentiality.

• Provides proper notification of absence and tardiness.

• Works shifts to ensure clinic coverage as needed.

PART III: EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Must be a Registered Nurse
• Must have State of Michigan licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Certification in Michigan as a Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP).

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications

• Minimum 3 years outpatient primary care experience preferred.
• Maintains up to date BLS certification
• Procedures to be observed by attending physician three times before performing them.
• Must be able to meet standards required to be credential by appropriate insurance and regulatory plans.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience working in a public health setting, community or public health oriented environment.
• Must have the ability and experience to institute new, innovative health care programs conversant with the needs of the patient population being served.
• Knowledge of and ability to use software used in Health Care settings.
• Experience using and supervising the use of Electronic Medical Records by providers
• Must have adequate transportation to visit the sites of the WWFHC.
• Multilingual speaking in Arabic and/or Spanish is a plus.
• Must have permanent, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Michigan.
• Must remain board certified by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
• Must demonstrate a history of cooperative relations with colleagues, support staff, hospital based providers including nurse midwives, administrators, and patients and an ability to function effectively as part of a professional team delivering healthcare in a community setting.
• Must have excellent communications skills.
• Must be registered under Michigan and Federal law to prescribe all classes of drugs necessary to carry out the duties described herein.
• Experience and demonstrated abilities for working in a multi-cultural setting.
• Flexibility in days and hours available for scheduled work.
• Excellent teaching and communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work appropriately.

Benefits:

Medical

Dental

Vision

STD

LTD

Flexible Spending Account

403B Retirement Plan

Lifestyle and quality of life uniqueness (M-F, Closed Weekends)

Practice focuses on delivery of quality care (Federally Qualified Health Centers)

CME Eligible

Competitive Compensation Package