What are the responsibilities and job description for the Primary Care Nurse Practitioner position at Gesture Health Group?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Primary Care Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will deliver comprehensive primary care services, focusing on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of a wide range of health conditions. Your expertise will help improve patient outcomes through personalized care, health education, and collaborative practice. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work across diverse clinical settings, utilizing advanced skills to support patients of all ages and backgrounds. Your proactive approach and dedication will contribute to fostering a healthier community and enhancing patient satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough patient assessments including vital signs, physical examinations, and medical history reviews using EMR/EHR systems such as Epic and Athenahealth.
- Prescribe medications in accordance with DEA regulations and develop individualized treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions.
- Perform procedures such as suturing, IV insertions, phlebotomy, catheterization, and sterile processing techniques.
- Manage patient care across various settings including outpatient clinics, telehealth platforms, urgent care, and nursing homes.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals across specialties like gastroenterology, infectious disease care, behavioral health, geriatrics, and hospice & palliative medicine to ensure comprehensive patient management.
- Provide health coaching, patient education on disease prevention, medication administration, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications.
- Document all clinical encounters accurately in EMR/EHR systems while maintaining HIPAA compliance and medical records integrity.
- Participate in clinical research initiatives or quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing healthcare delivery standards.
Qualifications
- Valid Nurse Practitioner license with current certification to practice independently in the state.
- Proven experience working with diverse populations including pediatrics, geriatrics, behavioral health, or hospice & palliative care.
- Strong proficiency in EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth or similar platforms.
- Skilled in performing clinical procedures including suturing, IV infusion/insertion, catheter care, and sterile techniques.
- Knowledge of pharmacology for prescribing medications within scope of practice; familiarity with CPT coding for billing purposes.
- Critical care experience preferred; ICU or emergency room experience is highly valued.
- Experience working in hospital medicine or Level I/II trauma centers is a plus; familiarity with telehealth services is advantageous.
- Excellent client communication skills with a focus on patient-centered care; ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Additional skills such as gastrology procedures (e.g., gastric lavage), spinal tap (lumbar puncture), sonography or medical imaging are beneficial but not required.
Join us to make a meaningful difference through innovative primary care! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while providing exceptional patient service in a fast-paced environment that values your expertise and dedication.
Pay: $96,300.00 - $117,000.00 per year
License/Certification:
- ARNP (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $96,300 - $117,000