What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at DAP Health?
At DAP Health, we are committed to transforming lives and advancing health equity for all. As a leading nonprofit health care provider, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the diverse communities of the Coachella Valley and San Diego County. Our comprehensive services range from primary care to mental health, wellness programs, and beyond, with a focus on those who are most vulnerable. Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, innovative organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. If you're looking for a dynamic and purpose-driven environment, we invite you to explore the opportunity to contribute to our mission.
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer or designee, the Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive medical evaluation, education and management for clients that present for routine, preventative, acute and chronic disease health care services at the clinic site. The Nurse Practitioner will coordinate all of the services necessary for health promotion, maintenance, rehabilitation and the prevention of disease and disability.
Job Status: Full-time, Salaried, Exempt
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assesses and interprets medical and psycho-social histories; performs physical examinations (including gynecological and breast examination as appropriate; identifies problems; formulates a plan of treatment; provides education and referral (as indicated); and evaluates the effectiveness of the interventions prescribed.
- Consults with or refers clients with abnormal conditions or other medical, psychological or social problems to the collaborating physician or other appropriate referral course when indicated.
- Performs or orders laboratory tests and interprets the results as part of the health management. Reports communicable disease in a timely manner to the appropriate Health Department as per health center protocol.
- Orders medications.
- Follows established treatment guidelines as indicated by Health Center protocols.
- Conducts health teaching and counseling during the medical encounter, as appropriate, enabling the client to make informed choices about health and treatment options.
- Completes the client's clinical record documentation in a timely manner specific to the applicable policies and procedures of the health center.
- Participates in quality improvement/assurance activities.
- Participates in continuing medical education activities to enhance professionalism and to ensure quality of care.
- Provides on-call coverage as scheduled.
- Works collaboratively with all members of the health center to build a supportive team.
- Applies infection control measures according to Health Center Policies and Procedures.
- Maintains professionalism and adheres to client confidentiality.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Sign-on Bonus:
We are pleased to offer a sign-on bonus of $10,000 for this position. Half of the amount will be paid with your first paycheck, and half of the amount will be paid after 6 months of employment.
Qualifications:Required Skills/Abilities:
- Visual acuity and manual dexterity to interface with the computer and perform medical procedures as indicated.
- Ability to handle phone calls and interact extensively with patients.
Education and Experience:
- Degree in Nursing.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Nurse practitioner.
- Licensed to practice as a CA Nurse Practitioner and currently registered as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
- Maintains CMEs/CEUs required for licensure.
- Maintains CPR and Infection Control certifications.
- Maintains DEA registration.
- Certified by ANCC or AANP.
- Experience and knowledge of HIV/AIDS primary care, preferred.
- Experience working with LGBT and Transgender populations, preferred.
- Experience and knowledge of managing clients with substance abuse, preferred.
- Previous experience with an electronic health record, preferred.
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Operates in a clinical setting at times and requires frequent times of sitting, standing, repetitive motion and talking.
- Involves contact with patients or patient specimens. Exposure to blood, body fluids, non-intact skin or tissue specimens required.
Salary : $142,400 - $178,000