Nurse Practitioner
Company: TrueCare
Location: Oceanside
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description Position Summary Under the direction of the
Physician Supervisor, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides health
care services to patients who may have acute episodic conditions or
chronic problems, as well as those seeking health evaluation,
preventive care and/or education and counseling. The NP also works
closely with Health Center/Clinic Manager to ensure comprehensive
delivery of services and quality patient care. Essential Functions
Conduct clinical practice in adherence with TrueCare Medical Staff
Bylaws and clinical guidelines. Examine patients, perform
comprehensive physical examinations, and compile patient medical
data, including health history and results of physical examination.
Diagnose and treat both chronic and episodic disorders including
complications of otherwise normal processes. Perform clinical
assessments and case management services, which include
interpretation of histories, initial and periodic examinations, and
management of medical, care regimens that are within the approved
skills profile and/or scope of practice. Administer or order
diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, electrocardiograms, and
laboratory tests, and interpret test results for deviations from
normal. Perform therapeutic procedures such as injections,
immunization, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
Develop and implement patient management plans, record progress
notes, and assist in provision of continuity of care. Prescribe
medications, orthotics, physical therapy, procedures, and other
pertinent treatments. Instruct and counsel patients regarding
compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimes, normal growth and
development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living,
and health maintenance. Provide patients with information to make
informed decisions in their care. Document patient encounters daily
in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system with appropriate
diagnosis and treatment codes; and submit patient charges daily.
Facilitate transfer of care to other TrueCare clinicians when
religious/personal beliefs interfere with the clinician---s ability
to offer full care options (i.e. abortion referral, contraceptive
management, etc.). Evaluate medical procedures and everyday
situations and suggest ways to maximize efficiencies and revenues.
Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional
requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating
future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; and
advising management on needed actions. Maintain licensure and
professional and technical knowledge by attending continuing
education programs and reviewing professional publications.
Participate in Quality Assurance Program including audits, peer
review, patient satisfaction, protocol development and in-servicing
training. Collaborate with clinical and operational leadership and
work as a team to optimize access to care and implement recommended
clinical workflows that enhance efficiency and effectiveness at
maintaining standards of productivity, safety and clinical quality
as measured, reported, and shared with all providers from time to
time by TrueCare leadership. Job Requirements Graduate of an
accredited School of Nursing. Master's Degree from an accredited
Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the California Board of
Registered Nursing. National Provider Identification Number (NPI).
Computer proficiency, particularly with Electronic Health/Medical
Record systems and the Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook,
Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Nice to Have Bilingual in English and
Spanish (may be required at some clinics). Two (2) years---
experience as a Nurse Practitioner. Licenses Current California
Registered Nurse License Current and unrestricted California Nurse
Practitioner License Board of Registered Nurses Certification
Furnishing Number issued by California Board of Registered Nursing
Current and unrestricted Controlled Substances Registration
Certificate from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
Valid California Driver---s License, proof of auto liability
insurance and clean driving record Certifications Certification as
a Nurse Practitioner by an accredited professional nursing
organization such as the American Nurses Credentialing Center
(ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Current
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Providers
TrueCare requires employees to be vaccinated as a condition of
employment, subject to accommodation obligations. At Truecare, we
put your health first. Our compassionate team understands your
needs and provides a heartfelt welcome to each and every person who
walks through our doors. Visit truecare.org to learn more Health
Inside. Come in Salud Adentro. Bienvenido TrueCare is committed to
a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate
against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color,
religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age,
physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic
information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected
by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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