Job Details
Job Location
Gail Gardner - Prescott, AZ
Position Type
Full Time 40 hours weekly
Job Shift
Day M-F
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) role is based on expected duties for any FNP in an ambulatory setting. At Polara Health Medical Group (PHMG), this role will be an integrated role with the behavioral health team including other physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, etc. The expectations include, but are not limited to, managing a panel of patients and productivity that meets the standards set by PHMG. A focus on the triple aim of improved patient outcomes, superb patient experience, and efficient care will be the key to success at PHMG.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Managing a patient panel with a broad array of patient needs including acute issues, chronic diseases, and wellness promotion. Chronic disease management will be a hallmark set of duties including medication management.
• Diagnosing and managing adult patients using electronic tools within the EHR, as well as personal communications putting the patient first always.
• Documenting complete notes on a timely basis assuring the proper patient information is available and useful for other team members in transitions of care.
• Help train and support clinic staff through a team based model. Lead the care team through influence to assure a holistic patient experience.
• Appropriately lead and coordinate care with other team members, specialists, and outside agencies/health entities to assure that the patient's care is optimized.
• Always be willing to seek and accept constructive feedback, as well as mentor and support new providers who join the team.
• Review and utilize quality, experience, operational, and efficiency data in daily practice to assure value (quality/cost) organizational goals are met.
• Participate in team meetings and other committees as requested and appropriate (citizenship).
• Support leadership decisions, while at the same time be forthright in bringing for the feedback and ideas for improvement.
• Maintain Polara Health Medical Staff membership.

Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to provide or obtain an AZDPS Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Must possess a valid Driver License
• CPI and CPR/First Aid certification required (training provided by Polara Health)
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• Current license to practice nursing in the state of Arizona with advanced practice certification in Family Practice
• Current state of Arizona Prescribing and Dispensing Authority
• Current DEA certificate
• Eligible for Polara Health Medical Staff membership
• Two years of prior practice experience preferred
• Experience with behavioral health a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS
The nature of work may generate considerable physical (transporting, moving, assisting clients, etc.), mental and visual demands. The physical and working demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office environment, travel within the community, as needed
• Heavy exposure/use of computers, cell phones, office phones, etc.
• May be required to wear protective clothing (PPE)
• Annual TB screening per program policy and procedure
• Ability to be physically mobile (stand, walk, reach, climb, bend) and the ability to sit for prolonged periods throughout work hours
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move 25 or more pounds
• Must be able to respond appropriately and effectively in crisis situations by using good judgment and following Polara Health protocols

This position is considered Safety-Sensitive by Polara Health.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Polara Health subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Polara Health's policy is to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Polara Health intends to comply fully with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, and the information requested on this application will be used only for purposes consistent with those laws.
Americans With Disabilities Act Request for Reasonable Accommodations
In accordance with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Polara Health's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation for applicants requesting accommodation(s) during the application process, so the applicant may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment. If any candidate needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify Polara Health in any of the following ways: by calling 928-445-5211, ext. 4047, U.S. Mail, or hand deliver to Polara Health 3343 N. Windsong Drive, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 Attention: Human Resources Job Applicant Request.
Background Checks
Employment is contingent on background checks as required by Polara Health's policies which may include Fingerprint Clearance, Drug Test, Criminal History, Driving History Record, Sex Offender Registry Search, Department of Child Services, State Central Registry Check, Employment Verification, Education Verification, and Professional References
We Offer the Following Benefits to Full Time Employees:
Medical * Dental * Vision * Short and Long Term Disability * Life Insurance * Health Savings Account * Flexible Spending Account * Employee Assistance Program * 401(k) * Up to 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off * 10 Paid Holidays per Year * Shift Pay (for select inpatient positions) * Educational Reimbursement * Employee Wellness Committee and Wellness Portal