NTHWC Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (32 hours per week)

Please note: NSORNA Nisqually's Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act requires all individuals who have ever been convicted of a sex offense to register with our Public Safety Department. This is true whether or not you have to register with another jurisdiction.

This position has regular contact with or control over Indian Children and Vulnerable Adults. In compliance with Federal Law, this position will not be filled by an applicant with any felonious offense or any of two or more misdemeanor offenses under Federal, State, or Tribal law involving crimes of violence; sexual assault, molestation, exploitation, contact, or prostitution; crimes against persons; or offenses committed against children.

GENERAL SUMMARY

This position is responsible for providing appropriate primary health care services to eligible patients at the Nisqually Tribal Health Clinic. The ARNP is responsible for performing wellness exams and supervising the Native Women's Wellness Program and its staff.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary responsibilities are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform. This list of responsibilities is intended to be representative of the duties performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed if such duties relate to the position.

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic health conditions of men, women, and children.
• Take medical history, gather subjective and objective medical data.
• Perform physical examinations, review of systems and current health and prevention indicators to diagnose and treat per the current and appropriate standards of care.
• Perform excisions, biopsies, incision and drainage, laceration repairs, casting and additional minor office procedures in accordance with training.
• Develop and coordinate comprehensive plan of care for assigned patients and in accordance with training and education.
• Educate patients and perform age-appropriate preventive health measures such as vaccinations and cancer screenings.
• Manage acute, episodic, and chronic conditions occurring in assigned patients and refer patients when disease process exceeds education, training and/or experience.
• Perform phone, in-person, home visits and emergency triage activities.
• Observe, record, and report patient conditions and reactions to medications and treatments.
• Order or perform and interpret results for laboratory, imaging and screening tests and other specialized tests such as ECGs and audiograms.
• Initiate and expedite appropriate specialist consultations and referrals.
• Prescribe and administer medications and treatments as necessary and appropriate for the treatment of patients.
• Provide direct counseling to patients and families on medical conditions and treatments.
• Document progress notes and summaries in the patient's medical record to include legible assessments, treatment plans, medications prescribed, instructions given to patients, and referrals.
• Maintain patient records with up-to-date lists, flow sheets and reminders.
• Execute necessary forms for billing, data entry or other reporting requirements utilizing the current Electronic Health Record system.
• Perform client education and outreach activities targeted at reaching all people eligible to receive services at the Nisqually Health Clinic.
• Perform women's wellness exams
• Participate in Native Women's Wellness Program and other grant services and activities; ensure accurate completion, tracking, and case management services for Native Women's wellness program enrollees.
• Participate in professional development and community awareness activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited nurse practitioner program.
• Certification as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in the State of Washington and 2-5 years of experience working in patient care. A comparable amount of education and experience may be considered.
• Must have current license to practice in Washington State without restrictions, and maintain current licensure at all times.
• Must have and maintain prescriptive authority.
• Must possess and maintain current Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, depending on license requirements.
• Must have a valid Driver's license and be eligible for coverage under the Tribe's insurance policy.

SUPERVISION

This position does not supervise.

COMPETENCIES

Possesses the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the primary responsibilities of the position.

Knowledge of:

• Health Department, Tribal and other related policies, procedures, and systems.
• Current principles and practices of the health care delivery system.
• Current applicable health evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment practices and procedures.
• Standard clinical medical equipment.
• Electronic health records, systems, and related applications.

Ability to:

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, staff, and outside specialty providers both orally and in writing.

Salary : $69 - $76