Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (Eureka)

SummaryThe Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (PCNP) at the Eureka VA Outpatient Clinic provides comprehensive - patient-centered primary care to a diverse Veteran population in an outpatient setting. Working within the VA's Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) model - the PCNP delivers high-quality - evidence-based care focused on disease prevention - health promotion - chronic disease management - and coordination of services across the continuum of care.Duties**This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until July 13 - 2026The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be May 27 - 2026 with subsequent cut-off dates every 2 weeksEligible applications received after that date will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available**This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement programYou must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointmentProgram Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP applicationEDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentiveContact V21CCOEEDRP@va.gov for questions/assistanceLearn more VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Given the rural and geographically isolated setting of Eureka - the PCNP plays a critical role in ensuring access to timely - continuous primary care services - including telehealth and virtual care modalities when appropriateThe position requires strong clinical judgment - adaptability - and a commitment to serving Veterans in an underserved region while upholding VA standards of care - performance metrics - and regulatory requirementsMajor duties and responsibilities of the position: Provides comprehensive primary care to assigned Veterans across the lifespan in an outpatient settingPerforms detailed health histories - physical examinations - and diagnostic evaluationsDiagnoses - treats - and manages acute illnesses - chronic diseases - and complex medical conditionsPrescribes medications - durable medical equipment - and therapeutic interventions in accordance with VA policies and scope of practiceOrders - interprets - and follows up on laboratory tests - imaging studies - and diagnostic proceduresProvides preventive care services including health screenings - immunizations - and risk-factor modificationDelivers gender-specific and age-appropriate care - including women's health services as applicableManages pain - polypharmacy - and multiple comorbidities common in the Veteran populationFunctions as a core provider within the PACT model - emphasizing continuity - access - and coordinated careCollaborates closely with physicians - RNs - LVNs - pharmacists - social workers - mental health providers - and other interdisciplinary team membersParticipates in daily huddles - team meetings - and care planning activitiesCoordinates referrals to specialty care and ensures appropriate follow-up and continuity of careUtilizes care management and population health tools to monitor patient outcomes and panel performanceProvides care in a rural and geographically isolated setting - addressing access barriers for VeteransUtilizes telehealth - virtual care - and clinical video visits to expand access when appropriateDemonstrates flexibility and adaptability in managing a broad scope of practice due to limited local specialty resourcesDocuments all patient encounters accurately and timely in the VA electronic health record (CPRS)Ensures compliance with VA clinical practice guidelines - performance measures - and regulatory standardsParticipates in quality improvement initiatives - peer review - and clinical performance monitoringMaintains licensure - certification - and required VA trainingEducates Veterans and their families on diagnoses - treatment plans - medications - and self-management strategiesPromotes VA Whole Health principles - preventive care - and lifestyle modificationSupports shared decision-making and Veteran-centered carePractices independently within approved scope while seeking consultation as neededServes as a clinical resource and mentor to nursing staff and trainees as appropriateParticipates in clinic operations - policy development - and process improvement effortsUpholds VA mission - values - and ethical standards in all aspects of carePay: Competitive salary - regular salary increases - potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: Full-time - Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: Available Virtual: This is not a virtual positionRelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized