PHMC is proud to be a leader in public health. PHMC requires that all employees are fully COVID-19 vaccinated by the first day of employment. We will offer the Covid-19 vaccination at no cost, via our Health Centers. Job Overview: The Family Nurse Practitioner will provide primary and urgent care services to families within FQHC Network to diverse and underserved populations. Services must be provided in a manner that upholds the health center's mission and quality standards, results in better p... more details
PHMC is proud to be a leader in public health. PHMC requires that all employees are fully COVID-19 vaccinated by the first day of employment. We will offer the Covid-19 vaccination at no cost, via our Health Centers.
Job Overview:
The Family Nurse Practitioner will provide primary and urgent care services to families within FQHC Network to diverse and underserved populations. Services must be provided in a manner that upholds the health center’s mission and quality standards, results in better patient health outcomes and provider and patient satisfaction and strengthens the operational and fiscal capacity of the health center. The nurse practitioner reports to the Medical Director.
Responsibilities:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide primary care services.
Work within all state and federal laws and regulations and the agreement with the collaborative physician.
Manage acute and chronic health problems using evidence-based protocols.
Provide health screenings, immunizations and other disease prevention programs.
Advance the role of advanced practice nurses in underserved areas through advocacy and other professional activities.
Notify immediate supervisor of significant problems.
Provide age-appropriate assessment and interventions in order to meet the needs of patients and/or families served.
Provides patient/family education, health counseling, and health advocacy services to patients and/or their families.
Be willing to work occasional weekends.
Provide age-appropriate immunizations.
Collaborate with community health nurse on care and follow-up.
Participate, as needed, in public health management of communicable diseases in shelters and in other health initiatives.
Maintain positive relationships with funding sources and community organizations.
Perform other related tasks and duties as directed and assigned.
Work as a member of the Primary Care Medical Home team to provide integrated health services.
Document all services in a timely manner.
Supervise staff as appropriate.
Act in the capacity of a mandated reporter to both the State of Pennsylvania and the Joint Commission
SKILLS/Experience:
Ability to engage resistant clients.
Extensive knowledge of current health care needs of the homeless and mentally ill adults.
Ability to collect adequate client data, conduct a physical exam, interpret physical findings and manage or refer patients as conditions or protocols dictate.
Good verbal communication and writing skills.
Computer skills
Ability to communicate and work with homeless, mentally ill adults.
Ability to prioritize and organize workday to meet changing needs of program and clients.
Ability to work within a team framework and respond positively to team members concerns.
Ability to track work to completion and compile reports.
EDUCATION:
Licensed as an RN and APN Nurse Practitioner.
SALARY:
Competitive salary, opportunities for advancement, and an excellent benefits package.
Pay Grade - 24
Contact Information: Apply online to: PHMC Career opportunities. The above information is intended to describe the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required in order to perform the work. PHMC reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the business need arises. Additionally, this job description is not intended as an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and the health center continues to maintain its status as an at-will employer.
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