What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Nurse Practitioner position at Palos Healthcare Center?
```Job Overview```
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare team. As a Family Nurse Practitioner, you will provide comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages, from infants to the elderly. Your role will involve diagnosing and treating acute and chronic illnesses, promoting health and disease prevention, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure the highest quality of care.
```Responsibilities```
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, including medical history, physical examinations, and diagnostic tests
- Diagnose and treat common acute and chronic conditions, such as infections, injuries, diabetes, hypertension, and respiratory illnesses
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients based on their specific needs
- Provide patient education on disease prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, and medication management
- Perform minor procedures such as suturing, wound care, and joint injections
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care
- Utilize electronic medical records (EMR) systems to document patient encounters accurately
```Experience```
To be successful in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:
- Current certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- Valid state licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Proven experience in primary care settings
- Proficiency in conducting patient assessments and developing treatment plans
- Knowledge of various medical systems and procedures
- Ability to perform phlebotomy and interpret laboratory results
- Strong case management skills to coordinate care for complex patients
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams
Preferred Experience:
- Experience in tube feeding management
- Knowledge of clinical research methodologies
- Expertise in hospice palliative medicine or dementia care
If you are a dedicated healthcare professional who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position. Join our team and make a positive impact on the health and well-being of individuals and families in our community.
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for further consideration. Thank you for your interest in joining our healthcare team.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
Medical specialties:
- Internal Medicine
- Primary Care
- Urgent Care
Standard shift:
- Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Weekly bonus
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- Clinic
- In-person
- Outpatient
- Private practice
- Urgent care center
Language:
- Spanish-Arabic (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Licensed Nurse Practitioner (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000