About this opportunity
Neighborhood Healthcare lists this Nurse Practitioner opportunity in lakeside, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About Us
Community health is about more than just vaccines and checkups. It’s about giving people the resources they need to live their best lives. At Neighborhood, this is our vision. A community where everyone is healthy and happy. We’re with you every step of the way, with the care you need for each of life’s chapters. At Neighborhood, we are Better Together.
As a private, non-profit 501(C) (3) community health organization, we serve over 500k medical, dental, and behavioral health visits from more than 100k people annually. We do this in pursuit of our mission to improve the health and happiness of the communities we serve by providing quality care to all, regardless of situation or circumstance.
We have been doing this since 1969 and it is our employees that make this mission a reality. Regardless of the role, our team focuses on being compassionate, having integrity, being professional, always collaborating, and consistently going above and beyond. If that sounds like an organization you want to be a part of, we would love to have you join the team!
ROLE OVERVIEW and PURPOSE
The Advanced Practice Provider works to support the mission and vision of Neighborhood Healthcare by providing excellent patient-centered care and services within a dynamic team environment. This role will provide general medical care and treatment to patients under the direction of providers. In addition, this role will assess training opportunities to promote team development.
We are proud to support our healthcare professionals with a comprehensive benefits package designed to foster growth, security, and work-life balance. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:
Continuing Medical Education (CME): We provide generous CME support to help you stay current and advance your medical expertise.
Productivity Bonus: Your dedication pays off — earn additional income through our competitive productivity bonus program.
Student Loan Forgiveness Programs: We participate in student loan forgiveness initiatives to help reduce your financial burden.
Tail-End Malpractice Insurance: For your peace of mind, we offer fully covered tail-end malpractice insurance.
Join a team that values your career development and personal well-being.
Responsibilities
DIRECT PATIENT CARE
Performs comprehensive physical examinations on patients, including review of patient medical data, such as health history
Orders, administers, and interprets test results for diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests
Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, and wound care, and managing infection
Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance
Impacts patient experiences by demonstrating courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracy
Assesses and provides age-appropriate care to patients
TEAM SUPPORT
Shares accountability for overall patient health outcomes, working in coordination with care teams
Operates to instill confidence in our care and in our facilities to patients, fellow employees, and other stakeholders
Responds promptly and with caring actions to patients and employees
Maintains professional working relationships with all levels of staff, clients, and the public
Cooperates in accomplishing communicated department goals and objectives
CLINICAL ADMINISTRATION
Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care
Performs in accordance with NHC practice protocols and under the guidance and supervision of the supervising MD(s), according to the terms of the Supervisory Agreement
Keeps informed of organizational activities and promote mission and goals
Functions at highest level according to credentials and competency
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Nurse Practitioner:
Master's degree in nursing, required
California Nurse Practitioner License in good standing, required
Registered Nurse License in good standing, required
Current CA DEA licensure is required and is to be maintained as a condition of employment
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through an American Heart Association (AHA)-approved source is required upon hire and must be maintained as a condition of employment.AHA-approved courses include an in-person, hands-on skills check with a certified instructor using a mannequin to demonstrate CPR and emergency response techniques.
Online-only BLS courses without a live skills check do not meet this requirement.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing and proofreading skills
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Knowledgeable about and experience with providing direct care to patients
Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Excellent planning and organizational ability
Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift/carry 20 lbs/weight
Ability to stand for long periods of time
COMPLIANCE (Safety & HIPPA)
Follow all safety procedures as outlined in Neighborhood Healthcare’s Illness and Injury Prevention Plan (IIPP) and report any injuries and/or unsafe conditions immediately
Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices
Follow all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions
Use appropriate body mechanics to ensure an injury free environment
Be familiar with location of nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exits
Follow all infection control procedures including blood-borne pathogen protocols
Maintain privacy of all patient, employee and volunteer information and access such information only on a need-to-know basis for business purposes
Comply with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations
Report all behavior and/or activity that are unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful
Neighborhood Healthcare offers a generous benefit plan that includes: Partially company paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans. Two plus weeks of vacation, Nine Holidays including two Floating Holidays of your choosing, Sick/Personal time, Volunteer Time Off (VTO), 403b Retirement plan (similar to a 401k), optional Health and Wellness events, and much more!
Pay range: $124,100 - $191,000 per year, depending on experience.
Compensation Disclosure: The posted salary range reflects the designated pay grade for this position. While this range represents the broader classification of the role, actual compensation will be based on several factors, including but not limited to: the candidate’s overall knowledge, skills, and experience, market data and industry benchmarks, internal equity within the organization, Budgetary considerations and organizational needs. As a result, placement within the range is not guaranteed, and the full pay grade range may not be utilized.
Worksite address
lakeside, CA, 92040, US
Who can apply
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