NURSE PRACTITIONER (3635)
$110,000–$140,000 year
On-siteFarmville, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Conduct comprehensive nursing and medical care, including patient assessments, differential diagnoses, and treatment planning for physical and emotional needs. Prescribe medications per protocol, perform preventive health programs such as immunizations, and maintain complete, problem-oriented medical records. Direct and participate in quality assurance programs while consulting with collaborating physicians on complex cases. Deliver health maintenance education to patients and community groups, adhering to CVHS bylaws and professional standards. Maintain high personal and professional behavior, demonstrating strong communication skills and sensitivity to administrative needs. Work Monday through Friday with an on-call rotation, providing care without on-site physician supervision in a team-based, patient-centered environment.
Required Qualifications
- Certification by the American Nurses Association or another respected and appropriate authority as an Adult, Family or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
- Previous experience as an RN in public health or community health nursing or home health nursing
- Able to function well with physicians, nurses and other health care providers
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Concern for patient confidentiality
- Able to deal effectively with hostile or otherwise uncooperative patients
- Sensitive to the administrative needs of supervising physicians and other CVHS personnel
- Able to maintain good, professional demeanor even in very difficult circumstances
- Ability to work some after-hours or on-call coverage
- Ability to work without on-site physician supervision
- Commitment to rural living
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Licensed as a RN in the State of Virginia
- Graduate of an approved program of instruction for Adult, Pediatric or Family Nurse Practitioners
- Certification as an Adult, Family or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner if required by the State of Virginia
Desired Qualifications
- Preferred two years' experience as a Nurse Practitioner
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