Family Nurse Practitioner

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.