Great FNP Opportunity in WA!
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Job Summary

Occupation Nurse Practitioner
Specialty Family Practice/Primary Care
Degree Required Other
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital
Location Washington, Washington, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 9/13/24

Job Title: Family Practice Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

Specialty: Family Practice

Location: Washington

Start Date: As soon as credentialed

Contract Length: 3 months, with the possibility to extend

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Family Practice Nurse Practitioner to join our Community Health Center team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive care to a diverse patient population, including migrants and refugees, in an outpatient ambulatory setting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-quality care to patients of all ages, from newborns to geriatrics.
  • Manage a patient load of up to 18 patients per day in a fast-paced environment.
  • Perform basic procedures such as injections, IUD placements, and minor wound care.
  • Collaborate with a dedicated medical assistant, receptionist, mental health therapists, dietitians, and onsite pediatricians.
  • Utilize the Epic EMR system for patient documentation and management.
  • Participate in community health initiatives and provide care to vulnerable populations.
  • Engage in a 1-week onsite orientation, with an expectation to begin patient care by day 3.

Schedule:

  • Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 am - 5 pm (40 hours/week), with a 1-hour unpaid lunch.
  • Optional: Saturday hours available for overtime rate.

Work Environment:

  • Setting: Outpatient ambulatory setting
  • Support Staff: Includes a dedicated medical assistant, receptionist, mental health therapists, dietitians, and most clinics have an onsite pediatrician and local healthcare administrator.
  • Patient Population: Newborns to geriatrics, including migrants and refugees.
  • Special Services: Interpretation services available on-site.

Requirements:

  • Board Certification: Required.
  • License: Active Washington (WA) license required. Will not consider non-licensed candidates.
  • DEA: Active Washington (WA) DEA required.
  • Certifications: Will be discussed at the time of credentialing. Provider will be responsible for obtaining any required certifications (e.g., BLS, ACLS).
  • Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience as an FNP with face-to-face patient contact within the past year. Must have a clean background with no malpractice.
  • Skills: Must be able to hit the ground running with minimal ramp-up time.

Additional Information:

  • Credentialing Timeframe: 2-3 weeks.
  • Patient Care: Must be comfortable with a high volume and fast-paced environment