Street Medicine - Nurse Practitioner

Job Title: Street Medicine Healthcare Provider – Nurse Practitioner

Department: Street Medicine Program
Reports To: Program Director

Job Summary:

The Street Medicine Healthcare Provider, Nurse Practitioner (NP), is a critical member of the Street Medicine Program. This role focuses on delivering compassionate, high-quality medical care to individuals.  The provider will address a range of conditions, including chronic disease management, acute care, and preventive services. They will work in various environments, such as encampments, shelters, and transitional or permanent housing.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive medical evaluations, develop treatment plans, and manage chronic and acute conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, and infectious diseases.
• Administer preventive care services such as immunizations, screenings, and health education tailored to the unique needs of the unhoused population.
• Provide acute care for common conditions like respiratory infections, skin disorders, and injuries, emphasizing harm reduction and continuity of care.
• Travel with the mobile unit to encampments, shelters, and community sites to bring care directly to patients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including social workers and community health workers, to address social determinants of health.
• Maintain detailed and accurate electronic health records to ensure quality care and compliance.
• Participate in community health initiatives, advocacy efforts, and outreach activities to foster trust and build lasting relationships within the community.

Qualifications:

• Certified Nurse Practitioner with active state licensure.
• At least two years of experience in community health, urgent care, or family medicine.
• Deep understanding of individuals unique health challenges.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods while providing care in various environments, including encampments, shelters, and mobile units.
• Capacity to lift, carry, and transport equipment or supplies weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions and navigating uneven terrain.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and kneel as needed during patient care or outreach activities.
• Adequate manual dexterity to perform medical procedures, operate equipment, and manage electronic health records on portable devices.
• Visual and auditory acuity to perform essential functions such as patient assessments and effective communication.
• Capability to drive and sit for extended periods while traveling to outreach locations.

Salary : $150,000 - $165,000