Family Practice/Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

About this job

The Nurse Practitioner role involves providing advanced healthcare services, diagnosing illnesses, prescribing medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver holistic patient-centered care. With expertise in primary and specialty care, Nurse Practitioners play a vital role in improving health outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for patients.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Value-Based Care Model
• Over 20 clinic locations in Texas
• 100% outpatient primary care clinic setting seeing patients 18+
• Dedicated Medical Assistant and additional clinic support team
• Monday Friday schedule (some clinics have extended hours)
• Telehealth available for patients
• Guaranteed base salary with annual bonus program
• 401K with company matching
• Paid Time Off
• Sign-On Bonus eligible

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains confidentiality of all patient records.
• Checks in with clients about test results and prognoses.
• Advises patients regarding prescriptions and treatment plans.
• Follows all federal, state, and nursing guidelines, regulations, and standards.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests, including x-rays, blood work, and scans.
• Refers patients to specialists if necessary and analyzes medical records and reports.
• Updates patient charts and uploads to Electronic Health Record (EHR) software.
• Works with a team of nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and doctors to provide quality patient care.
• Examines patients, including discussing medical history and symptoms and performing physicals.
• Knows how to use popular tools, including: medical database software, medical research software, medical diagnosis software, medical billing software, e-prescribing software, scheduling software and billing software.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse licenses in the state of Texas.
• Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner in the specialty is preferred.
• National board certification as a Nurse Practitioner from an accredited agency.
• Master s in nursing required, Doctorate of Nursing preferred.
• Two or more years of clinical experience as a nursing practitioner at a physician practice or in a hospital.
• Bilingual in English & Spanish preferred.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Communicates effectively, speaking multiple languages is preferred.
• Collaborates with nurse practitioners, registered nurses, doctors, and other medical professionals.
• Problem-solves well independently and as part of a team.
• Develops strong relationships with patients and their families and has a stellar bedside manner.