What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Practice/Primary Care Nurse Practitioner position at Nextcare Urgent Care?
Job Summary
The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner will evaluate and treat patients in accordance with clinical best practices for an urgent care and/or occupational health setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat patients consistently with clinical best practices.
- Provide compassionate and respectful patient care aligned with NextCare values and mission.
- Treat all patients who present to the clinic, discussing treatment plans to ensure clear understanding of next steps.
- Document care using electronic documentation systems.
- Take responsibility for coding and billing accurately.
- Deliver exemplary care while maintaining legal and ethical standards.
- Maintain clinical productivity consistent with industry standards.
- Follow up on patient care as necessary.
About the Role
The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner will support NextCare by providing exceptional patient care, fostering valuable relationships within the community, and contributing to the organization's continued success.
Essential Requirements
- Active Nebraska medical license.
- NCCPA certification (Physician Assistant) or ANCC/AANP certification (Nurse Practitioner).
- Ability to treat patients across all age groups.
- Minimum Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant studies or Master's degree in Nurse Practitioner studies.
- Active BLS Certification.
- EHR proficiency.
- Potential DOT Certification requirement.
- Able to work occasional weekends and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with initial x-ray interpretation prior to Radiologist review.
- Suturing skills.
- Previous experience in urgent care, ER fast-track, or walk-in medical clinics.
