Nurse Practitioner – Community Health & Sexual Wellness | Philadelphia (BB)
Updated 10/29/26
19104, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Nurse Practitioner
Family Practice/Primary Care
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
DNP
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
3 years
Job description
Job description
Transition to Hope is a Philadelphia-based nonprofit community health organization founded in 1985 to improve health outcomes and reduce health disparities among underserved populations. The organization has expanded its services to include primary care, sexual and reproductive healthcare, HIV/STI prevention, medical case management, breast health navigation, housing assistance, emergency food services, and community outreach.
We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide comprehensive, evidence-based primary care and clinical services through our Wellness Center and related programs. This is an opportunity to deliver compassionate, culturally responsive, trauma-informed care while helping patients access essential healthcare services and improve their overall well-being.
The ideal candidate has direct primary care experience, strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care, preventive health, and chronic disease management.
Job Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, obtain medical histories, perform physical examinations, and complete appropriate screenings and risk assessments.
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions within the scope of practice.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, laboratory studies, and preventive screenings.
Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans tailored to patients' healthcare needs.
Prescribe and manage medications in accordance with Pennsylvania law and organizational protocols.
Provide follow-up care, evaluate treatment effectiveness, and coordinate specialist referrals.
Recognize urgent medical conditions and facilitate timely intervention when necessary.
Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare
Provide sexual and reproductive healthcare, contraceptive counseling, family planning, and preventive services.
Conduct HIV and STI screening, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care.
Evaluate patients for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), including prescribing and monitoring when appropriate.
Deliver HIV prevention counseling, medication adherence education, and risk-reduction guidance.
Support cervical cancer screening, breast health assessments, and referrals for mammography.
Maintain a confidential, inclusive, respectful, and nonjudgmental clinical environment.
Primary Care and Chronic Disease Management
Provide annual wellness examinations, routine physicals, preventive screenings, and comprehensive primary care services.
Assess, diagnose, treat, and monitor hypertension, diabetes, asthma, hyperlipidemia, and other common medical conditions.
Manage patient visits, follow-up appointments, and individualized treatment plans.
Order and interpret laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging as clinically indicated.
Oversee medication management, prescription refills, and treatment monitoring.
Educate patients about disease prevention, medication adherence, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle modifications.
Coordinate specialist referrals and address social determinants of health that may affect treatment adherence and outcomes.
Care Coordination and Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Collaborate with medical case managers, patient navigators, community health workers, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to support comprehensive patient care.
Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and coordinated care planning.
Connect patients with Medical Case Management, Housing Services, Food First Pantry, and other supportive programs.
Support patient linkage to care, continuity of treatment, retention in care, and medication adherence.
Coordinate services with external healthcare providers, pharmacies, laboratories, and community partners.
Clinical Documentation and Regulatory Compliance
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely electronic health records, including patient assessments, treatment plans, prescriptions, and referrals.
Ensure clinical documentation supports billing, reimbursement, quality assurance, and grant reporting requirements.
Comply with HIPAA, confidentiality standards, infection prevention protocols, and applicable healthcare regulations.
Follow organizational policies, clinical protocols, and quality assurance procedures.
Participate in chart audits, clinical performance reviews, and quality improvement activities.
Support compliance with Title X, HIV prevention, and other applicable program requirements.
Community Outreach and Health Education
Participate in health fairs, educational workshops, community outreach events, and wellness initiatives.
Provide education on HIV/STI prevention, breast health, reproductive wellness, and chronic disease prevention.
Collaborate with Prevention and Education staff on community testing, prevention programs, and linkage-to-care initiatives.
Promote patient engagement, strengthen community relationships, and encourage access to preventive healthcare.
Represent the organization professionally at community events and public health initiatives.
Quality Improvement and Program Development
Assist in developing clinical protocols, workflows, and patient care standards.
Support initiatives designed to improve patient access, clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
Contribute to Wellness Center service expansion and integrated care delivery.
Monitor clinical quality indicators and identify opportunities for improvement.
Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and ongoing professional development
Qualifications
Current, unrestricted Pennsylvania Registered Nurse (RN) and Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) licenses.
National certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP), or another appropriate primary care NP specialty.
Pennsylvania prescriptive authority or eligibility to obtain it, including completion of required collaborative arrangements.
At least one year of direct primary care experience as a Nurse Practitioner, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
Experience performing physical examinations, preventive screenings, and chronic disease management.
Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and treatment planning skills.
Ability to provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and patient-centered care.
Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and manage multiple priorities effectively.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Two or more years of experience in primary care, family medicine, internal medicine, or community health.
Experience providing HIV prevention services, including PrEP and PEP.
Familiarity with Title X family planning services.
Experience serving uninsured, underinsured, and medically underserved populations.
Experience with STI treatment, contraceptive management, and chronic disease prevention.
Knowledge of community-based healthcare delivery and social determinants of health.
Experience using AdvancedMD electronic health records.
Core Competencies
Clinical excellence and patient safety.
Primary care and chronic disease management.
Cultural humility and trauma-informed care.
Health equity and community engagement.
Patient education and advocacy.
Clinical documentation and regulatory compliance.
Interdisciplinary collaboration and care coordination.
Accountability and continuous improvement.
Performance Expectations
Deliver safe, timely, evidence-based primary care and sexual health services.
Maintain complete, accurate, and timely clinical documentation.
Support patient access, preventive screenings, HIV/STI testing, PrEP engagement, and continuity of care.
Effectively manage acute and chronic conditions through appropriate treatment planning and follow-up.
Ensure timely review and communication of diagnostic results.
Maintain compliance with clinical standards, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.
Contribute to positive patient experiences and improved health outcomes.
Participate in community outreach, staff development, and quality improvement initiatives.
Specific productivity and quality benchmarks will be established by clinical leadership.
Work Environment
This is a full-time, on-site position based at the organization's Philadelphia location. The role involves providing direct patient care in an outpatient community health setting, with occasional off-site community outreach activities.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable law.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Transition to Hope is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on any status protected by applicable law.
Additional Information
This job description outlines the general responsibilities, duties, and qualifications associated with the position. Responsibilities may be modified as necessary to meet organizational needs, program requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
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