What are the responsibilities and job description for the URGENT CARE - Nurse Practitioner - APRN position at Charter Oak Health Center Inc?
Job Summary:
Charter Oak Health Center is seeking An Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner (APRN) to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality, immediate care to patients with non-life-threatening conditions. This role involves diagnosing and treating a variety of illnesses and injuries, performing minor procedures, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients' health conditions, including medical history and physical examinations.
- Diagnose acute illnesses and injuries, develop treatment plans, and prescribe medications as needed.
- Perform minor medical procedures such as suturing, wound care, and splinting.
- Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests such as X-rays, EKGs, and lab work.
- Educate patients and their families on treatment plans, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated care.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including treatment plans and progress notes.
- Provide immediate care in emergency situations and stabilize patients for transfer if necessary.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in nursing (MSN)
- 1 to 2 years' experience in ambulatory care setting preferred, however new graduates are welcome to apply.
- Active Nurse Practitioner (NP) license and certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the State of CT.
- Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
Charter Oak Health Center Offers Outstanding Benefits That Include:
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO): PTO, Personal, and eleven paid holidays
- Retirement Plans: 403 B plan with company vesting
- HRSA and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
COHC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
