Family Nurse Practitioner

About the Job

Time Commitment : .75 FTE

Objective / Overview :

This position exists to provide outpatient primary medical services to adults, children and teens, as part of an integrated care team including physicians, behavioral health providers, pharmacists, and dentistry providers. The position for a Nurse Practitioner, as defined in the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act, this provider functions as a direct care provider. The clinical mission of CUHCC is to provide healthcare to underserved populations and to alleviate disparities in health care outcomes. Additionally, CUHCC is a clinical rotation / practicum site for the University of Minnesota School of Nursing.

Reporting Relationships :

Direct supervision by Medical Director. The position has no staff supervisory responsibilities. The position may precept under-grad and / or graduate nursing students and medical students in clinical rotations at CUHCC.

Essential Functions and Percentage for Each Function :

Primary Care 85%

• Provide primary medical care to adults, children and teens, within the scope of the MN Nurse Practice Act and MN. Board of Nursing regulations and with the collaboration of a physician as outlined in state law.
• The scope of practice for the Advanced Practice Clinician- NP may include, but is not limited to the following for which privileges are granted annually, and in accordance with the written agreement with the collaborating physician :
• Taking patient histories.
• Performing physical examinations including well women annual examinations.
• Interpreting and evaluating patient data.
• Ordering or performing diagnostic and / or therapeutic procedures which may include, but are not limited to biopsy, minor procedures and wound care.
• Prescribing, administering, and dispensing prescription and nonprescription medications and medical devices.
• Diagnosing and treating illnesses, infectious diseases, minor trauma, and chronic conditions or diseases.
• Making patient referrals to other providers within and outside of CUHCC to facilitate treatment plans.
• Providing contraceptive and sexually transmitted infection care services.
• Educating patients on health promotion, disease prevention, current treatments, importance of patient compliance, and answering patient questions.
• Arranging follow-up to review lab or test results with patients, via appointments, phone calls, letters, or mychart messages.
• Working with other providers on the care team, when indicated, to coordinate care of more complex patient problems
• Consult with other physicians and / or health care providers as needed to confirm difficult diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment plans.
• Ensure patient’s beliefs and values are respected and empower patients to actively participate in their care
• Other responsibilities as needed

Quality Program and other Initiatives 10%

Non-Essential Functions & Percentage For Each Function :

Emerging projects 5%

Qualifications

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

Required Qualifications :

This position requires a negative TB test, and a Hepatitis B vaccination.

Preferred Qualifications :

About the Department

CUHCC serves nearly 11,000 patients a year through over 55,000 visits annually. The patient population comes from over 12 different racial and ethnic groups that span five continents. CUHCC’s mission is to seek health equity in our community by advancing the well-being of diverse people. Candidates must be able to adapt behaviors to others’ styles; interact with people who have different values, cultures, or backgrounds; be of service to difficult people; optimize the benefits of having a diverse workforce.

Teamwork is an essential skill to promote synergy within the organization. Candidates must be able to share due credit with coworkers; display enthusiasm and promote a friendly group working environment; work closely with other departments as necessary; support group decisions and solicit opinions from coworkers; display team spirit.

Candidates must have excellent communication skills and be able to clearly present information through the spoken or written word; read and interpret complex information; talk with customers or clients; listen well.

Staff is expected to demonstrate a high level of service delivery; do what is necessary to ensure customer satisfaction; deal with service failures and prioritize customer needs.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range : Between $82,500 to $93,750 based on .75 FTE, depending on education / qualifications / experience

Time Appointment Category : 75% Appointment

Position Type :   Faculty and P&A Staff