Walk In Care NP ($5,000 sign-on bonus)

This community health center is looking for a full-time, permanent NP for their Walk-in Care Department. If you want a fulfilling career, consider joining this organization in its mission to provide equitable access to high quality, affordable health care for all people! Its newly renovated facility provides top-notch equipment to enhance every member s experience. JOB DESCRIPTION - Examines and treats patients to assure continuity of care. - Makes assessment of each patient which includes, but is not limited to, presenting problems, medical history, allergies, psycho-social problems, medications, and current living arrangement of individuals and their families. - Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs. - Identifies need for client/family teaching and/or referrals. - Participates in a multi-disciplinary approach directed toward client s needs and care. - Consults with other health care providers (i.e. case manager, family planning, etc.) Involves family members and/or significant others in plan of care, as appropriate. - Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed protocols, guidelines and instructions of Physician. - Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition. - Assumes any and all additional duties and responsibilities consistent with the aforementioned duties and responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS: - Current Massachusetts Nurse Practitioner License - Masters in Nursing - Board Certification in appropriate discipline - Current CPR Certification