Family Nurse Practitioner
- $95,000 to $120,000 Yearly
- Full-Time
Position Summary: An Advanced Practice Registered Nurse who has a Master’s of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse
Practitioner concentration, who will function in an expanded role providing primary health care under the Tennessee
approved scope of practice and their collaborative practice agreement in conjunction with their supervising medical
providers.
Role and Responsibilities
As a condition of employment, the healthcare provider will undertake to provide covered services, including
emergency treatment, to a health center patient within the approved scope of practice of Chota Community Health
Services (CCHS), and to any individual who is not a patient of CCHS when asked, called upon, or undertakes, at or
near any CCHS location and as a result of a non-CCHS patient's emergency situation, to temporarily treat or assist in
treating that non-health center patient.
Functions under the Tennessee approved scope of practice and their collaborative practice agreement. Adheres to
policies and procedures.
Examination of patients, diagnosis, the prescription of medicine, and providing treatment for injuries, diseases, and
other ailments.
Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or
prevent illness, disease, or injury as approved through the privileging process.
Order, perform, and interpret tests and analyze records, reports, and examination information to diagnose
patients' condition.
Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, and examination results. Collect
medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals. Maintains records and
appropriate documentation regarding practice activities.
Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.
Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients and/or family members.
Advise patients concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention. Provide health and wellness advice to
patients, program participants, or caregivers. Evaluates patient responses to educational endeavors.
Promotes standards for care in the community.
Refer patients to medical specialists, other practitioners, or other resources when necessary.
Continues professional development by attending seminars and conferences.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment. Participate in Patient Centered Medical
Home (PCMH) Care Team collaboration
Properly supervise nurse practitioner students to ensure patient safety and quality of care.
Obtains and maintains credentialing by insurance companies. Is familiar with the various insurance plans Center
wants to be providers with, follows their agreements regarding referrals, pre-certification, prescriptions,
hospitalization, and other utilization requirements and expectations.
Regular and predictable attendance
Ability to cooperate and work well with others
Attend monthly staff meetings
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Valid Tennessee Licensure
Valid Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Number
Family Nurse Practitioner/Pediatric Nurse Practitioner graduate of a certified program/Masters of Science in
Nursing/Masters of Health Science in Physician Assistant Studies
Completion of training program
Continued Medical Education as required by licensing/certifying board
Chota Community Health Services
Preferred Skills
Interpersonal/human relations skills
Organizational skills
Excellent knowledge of medical procedures and approved medical practices
Ability to multi task and delegate tasks appropriately
Excellent time management skills
Ability to operate personal computer and navigate medical software programs
Ability to maintain confidentiality
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not
intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
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