What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Nurse Practitioner position at Infinity Family Practice?
About Us
At Infinity Family Practice, we are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals and families in Cookeville, Tennessee, and the surrounding communities. Our practice is founded on the principles of compassion, innovation, and personalized care, ensuring that every patient receives the attention and treatment they deserve.
We take pride in offering a full spectrum of primary care services, including preventive care, chronic disease management, wellness exams, and acute care visits. Whether you’re managing a long-term health condition or seeking guidance to achieve optimal well-being, our team is here to support you every step of the way.
What You’ll Be Doing
The Nurse Practitioner (NP), under the general direction of the Medical Director and Practice Administrator, will provide healthcare in a pediatric practice clinical setting within their scope.
The successful candidate will / be able to:
- Obtain a comprehensive health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews; assess presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing thorough physical examination
- Develop and implement treatment plan including, but not limited to prescribe/dispense medications in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws
- Able to diagnosis disease states and administer appropriate treatment
- Understand and practice within specified limits and consults with Medical Director as appropriate
- Order/perform appropriate laboratory, diagnostic and other screening tests, including seek other information as needed, and consult with physicians and other clinicians for the evaluation of illness as needed
- Document assessment and treatment plan clearly and concisely in patient chart, in a timely fashion
- Prepare documentation for medical records including updating patient medical chart by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written format or electronically
- Effectively conduct patient consults and communicate plan of treatment and care with patient/family to ensure patient awareness of self-management and health promotion/disease prevention
- Recommend appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs
- Work with specified care teams for preparations for each patient office visit and the follow-up care post visit
- Maintain cooperative and respectful attitude with clinic personnel, providers, and patients to enhance continuity of care and a positive working environment
- Communicate appropriate information to other professionals and community agencies
- Ensure an appropriate discharge plan by facilitating the implementation of the discharge plan, discharge teaching and update discharge plan in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team in accordance with patient’s clinical course and continuing needs to expedite post discharge care
- Willingness and ability to utilize telehealth to treat patients as appropriate
- Perform any and all other duties as assigned
What We’re Looking For
- Master’s Degree or Doctorate in Nursing required
- At least 2 years of experience practicing as a Nurse Practitioner in a clinic/practice or urgent care or environment required
- Valid TN Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner licenses required
- Maintain all appropriate approvals to prescribe and dispense drugs under applicable Tennessee State and federal law (CDS DEA license)
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMR)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Courteous and compassionate bedside manner
What We Offer
- Competitive pay
- Continuing Education
- Flexible schedule
Infinity Family Practice is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Family Nurse Practitioner: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Family Nurse Practitioner (Preferred)
Work Location: In person