What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at United Community Health Center?
```Duties```
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history, physical examinations, and diagnostic tests
- Develop and implement patient care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team
- Prescribe medications and treatments based on patient needs and conditions
- Perform procedures such as wound care, cauterizations and others
- Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting care plans as necessary
- Provide patient education on disease management, treatment options, and preventive measures
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records using electronic health record systems
- Adhere to legal and ethical standards in healthcare practice
```Qualifications```
- Valid Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Iowa
- Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited program
- Proficiency in medical terminology and documentation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and the healthcare team
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Loan repayment program
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Primary Care
Work Location: In person
Salary : $80,000 - $112,044
