Family Nurse Practitioner

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive care to patients across various age groups, with a focus on promoting health and wellness. As an FNP, you will play a crucial role in diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions, while also emphasizing preventive care and patient education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including history-taking, physical exams, and diagnostic testing, specifically for foot and ankle conditions.
• Order and interpret diagnostic imaging, including X-rays, MRIs, and other relevant tests.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care to patients undergoing foot and ankle surgery.
• Monitor patient progress and develop individualized treatment plans for chronic and acute foot and ankle conditions.
• Educate patients on treatment options, surgical procedures, preventive care, and rehabilitation techniques for foot and ankle disorders.
• Advise patients on lifestyle modifications, such as footwear recommendations, exercise, and weight management to support overall foot and ankle health.
• Counsel patients regarding pain management and rehabilitation post-surgery.
• Collaborate with podiatric surgeons, physical therapists, medical assistants, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Participate in regular team meetings to discuss patient care strategies, surgical outcomes, and ongoing treatment plans.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to clinical staff as needed, fostering a positive work environment.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records in compliance with HIPAA and clinic policies.
• Ensure all patient interactions, diagnoses, treatments, and surgical notes are documented thoroughly and in a timely manner.
• Stay current with medical guidelines and best practices for foot and ankle care and surgery.
• Assess and treat surgical wounds, diabetic ulcers, and other foot-related injuries or wounds.
• Perform advanced wound care techniques such as debridement, dressing applications, and use of wound healing agents.
• Monitor wound healing progress, identifying and managing complications such as infection, delayed healing, or abnormal scarring.
• Develop and implement individualized wound care plans for patients with chronic or complex wounds, ensuring appropriate care protocols are followed.
• Educate patients on wound care best practices and prevention strategies to improve healing outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) by a recognized certifying body.
• Valid state nursing license with prescriptive authority and DEA authority.
• Experience in medical-surgical nursing or related fields is preferred.
• Proficiency in systems related to electronic health records (EHR).
• Strong skills in infancy to elderly patient populations.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Commitment to providing high-quality patient-centered care.

Join our team as a Family Nurse Practitioner and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients through compassionate care and professional expertise.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Perioperative Care
• Podiatry
• Surgery
• Wound Care

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• American Fork, UT 84003 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $85,000