Family Practice/Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

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Job description

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare team. As a Nurse Practitioner, you will provide advanced nursing care to patients across the lifespan, delivering comprehensive healthcare services with a focus on preventive care, health promotion, and disease management. You will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes and provide evidence-based care.

Responsibilities:
1. Perform comprehensive physical assessments, including medical history reviews, physical examinations, and interpretation of diagnostic tests.
2. Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses, injuries, and conditions in collaboration with the healthcare team.
3. Prescribe medications, therapies, and interventions within the scope of practice and state regulations.
4. Develop and implement individualized care plans, considering patients' physical, emotional, and social needs.
5. Provide patient education and counseling on health promotion, disease prevention, and treatment options.
6. Perform procedures and treatments such as suturing, wound care, injections, and immunizations.
7. Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment planning.
8. Collaborate with physicians and specialists to ensure coordinated and integrated patient care.
9. Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, documenting all patient encounters, assessments, and interventions.
10. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical research activities.
11. Stay abreast of the latest advancements in healthcare through continuing education and professional development.

Requirements:
1. Valid and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of practice.
2. Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
3. Certification as a Nurse Practitioner in the respective specialization (e.g., Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner).
4. Proven clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner, preferably in a primary care or specialty setting.
5. Strong knowledge of evidence-based practice guidelines and ability to apply them in patient care.
6. Excellent clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
7. Proficient in performing medical procedures and treatments.
8. Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively as part of a healthcare team.
9. Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective patient education and counseling.
10. Attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining medical records.
11. Dedication to continuous professional development and lifelong learning.

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

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