TRIMED FAMILY CARE
Nurse Practitioner Job Description
Job Title: PartTime Nurse Practitioner
Reports to: Medical Director
FLSA Status: Exempt
Prepared By: CEO
Revision Date: January 10 2025
Mission Statement: To serve God according to His will and purpose by serving our community to the best of our ability with a passion for healthcare and compassion for people.
General Job Description:
The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for promoting the health and safety of their patients by providing quality medical care through proactive treatment and diagnoses. Their duties include addressing patients health concerns conducting comprehensive health assessments physical exams and screening chronic medical conditions.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION
Graduation of an accredited school of nursing.
Successful completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
CERTIFICATE/LICENSE
Georgia State Registered Advance Nurse Practitioner License
ANA certification
CPR/BLS
DEA
NPI
EXPERIENCE
Minimum of twoyears clinical experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of professional nursing theory practice and medical care to give and evaluate patient care.
Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
Ability to assess medical conditions and interpret findings.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients medical staff and the public.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to communicate clearly with staff and patients.
Ability to make patients comfortable and feel welcome.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (included by not limited to)
Obtains complete medical history and physical data on patients.
Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures needed.
Performs a complete physical exam and records findings within 48 hours or exam. Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and longterm medical needs of patients and assists physicians in handling medical and surgical emergencies.
Synthesizes data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention.
Administers medications and injections according to physician directions and performs other clinical functions as needed. Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
Provides patient education. Interview and advise patients regarding health and illness prevention. Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs. Instruct patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
Maintains and reviews patient records charts and other pertinent information. Post tests and examination results. Completes detailed patient charts within 48 hours.
Triages patient telephone calls and provide consultation. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits.
Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Performs related work as required.
Adheres to PCMH ACO HRSA and any other associated organization requirements.
Practice and adhere to the Code of Conduct philosophy and Mission Statement.
The provider shall also be oncall for his area of specialty and shall share in the established Provider OnCall Schedule to include patient chart followup documentation.
CAQH must be attested to and kept current.
DOT certification required within 30 days of employment.
Labs reviewed within 48 hours of receipt.
Task box assignments reviewed daily and completed within 48 hours. Prioritizing emergent cases.
Charts completed and closed within 48 hours.
Drug screens for Schedule 3 or any narcotics and register prescriptions on the PDMP (Prescription Drug Monitoring Program)
Promote TMFC Pharmacy for prescription fills and refills when possible
Referrals to Specialist when procedure cannot be done inhouse.
Other duties as assigned.
BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
Compassion Demonstrates sensitivity for the needs of others by showing appreciation and respect for the dignity of all people. Shows concern for the appreciation and respect for the dignity of all people. Shows concern for the feelings of others through actions that express thoughtfulness attentiveness and confidentiality.
Service Anticipates and responds to the needs of patients visitors physicians employees volunteers and the community. Recognizes the needs of others and takes appropriate steps
Communication Expresses and receives through word body language and listening skills all information needed for job performance. Presents information (verbal and/or written) in a clear and concise manner that is easy to hear or read and understand
Fairness Displays openmindedness and objectivity in relations with patients visitors physicians employees volunteers and the community. Treats all people justly acting without selfcenteredness prejudice and favoritism
Courtesy Demonstrates the hospitality of TriMed Family Care through words and behavior.
Cordial Displays friendliness kindness and appropriate manners in interactions with patients visitors physicians employees volunteers and the community.
Teamwork Promotes a spirit of unity which enables the group to work together to achieve a common goal. Takes initiative to perform job and/or assist coworkers supporting the work of others in accomplishing the mission of TMFC.
Stewardship Demonstrates efficient and careful use of materials and human resources to carry out the mission of the department and TriMed Family Care in a resourceful and creative manner. Effectively utilizes and is not wasteful of time or resources.
Physical Demands:
Requires a full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and handeye coordination.
It requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.
Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. May require working under occasional stressful conditions and/or irregular hours.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Infrequent exposure to communicable diseases toxic substances medical preparations and other conditions common to a clinical environment
Disclaimer:
The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to descript the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
I have read and fully understand this job description and received a copy for my records. I can perform these tasks with reasonable and accept all responsibilities of the position.
I certify that all educational work experiences and certifications and licenses as indicated as having attained are valid and current.