What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care position at Primary Care of Kansas?
A primary care provider (PCP) serves as the first point of contact for patients, offering comprehensive, continuous, and preventive care. The main duties of a Provider at Primary Care of Kansas will include:
1. Preventive Care & Health Promotion
- Conduct routine check-ups and physical exams
- Provide vaccinations and screenings (e.g., blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes)
- Counsel on healthy lifestyle choices (diet, exercise, smoking cessation)
- Offer age-appropriate health maintenance
2. Diagnosis & Treatment of Common Conditions
- Assess and manage acute illnesses (e.g., infections, minor injuries)
- Diagnose and treat chronic conditions (e.g., hypertension, diabetes, asthma)
- Provide symptom management for common medical complaints
3. Management of Chronic Diseases
- Monitor and adjust treatment plans for chronic conditions
- Educate patients on disease management and medication adherence
- Coordinate with specialists when necessary
4. Coordination of Care & Referrals
- Refer patients to specialists for advanced care (e.g., cardiologists, endocrinologists)
- Collaborate with other healthcare providers for integrated patient care
- Assist in managing complex cases requiring multidisciplinary care
5. Mental Health Support
- Identify and treat mild-to-moderate mental health conditions (e.g., anxiety, depression)
- Provide counseling and lifestyle interventions
- Refer patients to mental health department at Mental Health of Kansas.
6. Minor Procedures & Treatments
- Perform in-office procedures (e.g., suturing wounds, skin biopsies, joint injections)
- Administer injections and medications
- Manage simple fractures and musculoskeletal injuries
7. Patient Education & Advocacy
- Educate patients on disease prevention and self-care
- Explain treatment options and shared decision-making
- Advocate for patient-centered, cost-effective care
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $65.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65
