Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Rockville, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Nurse Practitioner
Specialty
Family Practice/Primary Care
Degree Required
MSN/MSRN
Position Type
Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Rockville, Maryland, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
2/28/24
Comprehensive Primary Care (CPC) guides patients in maintaining their optimum physical health with compassionate holistic health care. Together we strive for healthy neighbors across northern Virginia, eastern Maryland, and the District of Columbia. We have exciting new opportunities for enthusiastic, compassionate Primary Care Nurse Practitioners at several of our locations throughout DC and Maryland.
Job Responsibilities
Prescribe necessary medications & treatments
Perform comprehensive physical examinations of patients
Develop & implement patient management policies & procedures
Communicate with collaborating physician or specialist regarding patient care
Have a positive attitude & excellent patient care
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Exercise independent clinical judgement in managing patient care
Qualifications
License to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Washington DC or Maryland.
Satisfactory completion of a Nurse Practitioner training program in the respective field of practice resulting in the attainment of a Master’s Degree preferred.
Satisfactory completion of RN license and certification with either ANCC or AANP are required.
2- 4 years’ experience as a NP.
Satisfactory completion of continuing education credits as mandated by profession boards, licensing agencies or credentialing organizations.
Maintain a current certification in CPR at the healthcare provider level.
Must possess a current DEA certificate to write prescriptions for Code I and II medications.
Experience with EHR strongly preferred.
Spanish bi-lingual skills a plus.
Working Hours
100% Out-patient Primary Care Offices throughout DC and Maryland
Very minimal call!
Skills
Communicates effectively and works collaboratively with others. Demonstrates respect for and understanding of other clinical disciplines and uses an integrated approach to achieve desired patient outcomes.
Utilizes evidenced-based standards, guidelines, and protocols for care delivery. Incorporates data and information to continuously improve care and practice.
Ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice, serves as a resource, and mentor. Leadership skills demonstrated in decision making and problem solving.
Experience with EMR
Ability to build rapport with patients
Excellent written and verbal communication skills