Nurse Practitioner – Occupational Health

Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Occupational Health Clinic

Location: NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC), Hampton, Virginia

Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Position Summary

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) will provide comprehensive occupational health services at the NASA LaRC Occupational Health Clinic. Operating within a multidisciplinary team, the NP will deliver preventive care, acute and chronic illness management, and health promotion activities, ensuring compliance with NASA standards and Virginia state regulations.

Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Care

· Conduct comprehensive health assessments, including pre-placement, surveillance, job certification, retirement, and flight physicals.

· Diagnose and manage occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses within the scope of practice.

· Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to inform patient care plans.

· Prescribe medications and initiate treatment regimens in accordance with prescriptive authority.

Emergency Preparedness

· Ensure readiness to provide emergency care and treatment during clinic hours.

· Participate in emergency response planning and drills as required.

Health Promotion

· Develop and implement health education programs to promote wellness among employees.

· Collaborate with occupational health staff to support preventive health initiatives.

Regulatory Compliance

· Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.

· Adhere to OSHA standards and NASA policies related to occupational health and safety.

Collaboration

· Work under the supervision of a licensed physician, as mandated by Virginia law, unless authorized for autonomous practice.

· Engage with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and clinic operations.

Minimum QualificationsEducation

· Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.

Licensure & Certification

· Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the Commonwealth of Virginia or a compact state.

· Current Nurse Practitioner license in Virginia, with national certification in a relevant specialty area (e.g., Family Nurse Practitioner).

· Authorization to prescribe Schedule II–VI controlled substances in Virginia.

· Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Experience

· Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner, with at least 2 years in a clinical setting.

· Experience in occupational health or related fields is preferred.

Additional Requirements

· Ability to pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) and Criminal History Background Check.

· Compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988; subject to drug testing.

· Proficiency in electronic medical record systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

· Authorization for autonomous practice in Virginia, requiring a minimum of 3 years (5,400 hours) of full-time clinical experience as an NP.

· Advanced certifications relevant to occupational health.

Continuing Education

Nurse Practitioners in Virginia are required to complete 30 hours of continuing education (CE) biennially, including 8 hours in pharmacology, to maintain licensure and prescriptive authority.

Note: This position is contingent upon contract award and is subject to change based on client requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Internal Medicine

Ability to Commute:

• Hampton, VA 23681 (Required)

Work Location: In person