Nurse Practitioner

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner

Location: Normal, IL

Position Summary:

This is an exciting opportunity to provide direct and indirect patient care within an onsite employee health clinic at a major car manufacturing facility. You will be an integral part of ensuring the health and well-being of the plant's workforce. You will be responsible for evaluating and treating acute and chronic health problems, managing occupational injuries, and implementing preventative health programs under the supervision of a collaborating physician. This role offers a dynamic environment with the chance to significantly contribute to the health, safety, and productivity of the plant's employees.

Essential Functions:

• Perform pre-employment and annual wellness physical examinations.
• Manage acute and chronic health problems using evidence-based protocols, developing and implementing appropriate treatment plans under physician protocols.
• Provide health screenings, vaccinations, and other disease prevention programs.
• Evaluate and treat employees for work-related injuries and illnesses.
• Report and review complex cases with the collaborating physician and plant management.
• Oversee occupational health testing, such as respirator and auditory assessments, performed by clinic staff.
• Provide age-appropriate assessments and interventions to meet the diverse health needs of employees.
• Uphold high ethical standards and practice within the scope of practice outlined in established protocols.
• Provide patient education, health coaching, and advocate for employee health.
• Order and analyze diagnostic tests, including lab work and imaging.
• Monitor the effectiveness of medical interventions and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members, including safety personnel and HR, by making appropriate referrals.
• Accurately and promptly enter patient data into the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Assist in all areas of the onsite clinic as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Knowledge:

• Comfort and confidence in engaging with plant management and members of the interdisciplinary team.
• A strong commitment to providing patient-centered care and promoting employee well-being.
• A proactive and adaptable approach to managing a wide range of clinical challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate medical information both orally and in writing.
• Ability to follow detailed written protocols and procedures.
• Ability to concentrate, think critically, and learn continuously.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as hearing, seeing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Board Certified Nurse Practitioner with an active state license.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in family medicine, internal medicine, urgent care, or occupational health setting required.
• DEA license preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience in an industrial setting is a plus.