What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care position at CLS Health?
Description
About CLS Health
CLS Health is a growing healthcare system in Houston, Texas that is taking a different approach to healthcare. We are a physician-led healthcare group that focuses on providing patients with holistic, multispecialty care. We're a dynamic team on a mission to provide better healthcare options for Houstonians!
Job Summary
The Primary Care Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive healthcare services in an outpatient setting. This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and managing a wide range of health conditions for patients across all age groups. The ideal candidate will be committed to delivering exceptional care, focusing on preventive measures and patient education.
Responsibilities
About CLS Health
CLS Health is a growing healthcare system in Houston, Texas that is taking a different approach to healthcare. We are a physician-led healthcare group that focuses on providing patients with holistic, multispecialty care. We're a dynamic team on a mission to provide better healthcare options for Houstonians!
Job Summary
The Primary Care Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive healthcare services in an outpatient setting. This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and managing a wide range of health conditions for patients across all age groups. The ideal candidate will be committed to delivering exceptional care, focusing on preventive measures and patient education.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including physical examinations and health history evaluations.
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic illnesses, coordinating care plans as necessary.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and evidence-based practices.
- Prescribe medications, therapies, and other interventions in accordance with clinical guidelines and state regulations.
- Provide patient education on health promotion, disease prevention, and management of chronic conditions.
- Perform routine procedures (e.g., immunizations, screenings, minor office procedures) in a safe and efficient manner.
- Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
- Maintain accurate and confidential electronic medical records, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Stay current with developments in primary care and participate in continuing education opportunities.
- May travel to other CLS clinics as needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental Insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP).
- Previous experience in an outpatient primary care setting preferred.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on patient education and empowerment.
