Nurse Practitioner needed in Susanville, CA * Sign On Bonus* Total Compensation $150-180K
Bellingham, Washington, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Nurse Practitioner
Specialty Internal Medicine
Salary $120,000 – $140,000 yearly
Degree Required DNP MSN/MSRN
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment Long-Term Care/Facility
Location Susanville, California, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 4/17/24

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our California team, to diagnose and treat health conditions, as well as promote good health practices, in a post-acute, skilled nursing facility. As a non-physician provider, you are the go-to person for ensuring the best patient care and medical guidance are achieved. The job description includes conducting physical examinations, interpreting lab tests, and overseeing patients’ health. You are both a health practitioner and an educator, supporting disease prevention practices and helping people lead healthy lives. You should have experience in one of the following specialties: acute care, family health, or geriatrics. Extensive clinical experience in primary care is vital. As a provider, you will work closely with other healthcare professionals, so you should have a team spirit and a positive attitude. Patience, problem-solving, and good communication skills are important. If you are dedicated to advancing your knowledge and clinical expertise through research and professional discourse, we would like to meet with you to share our mission, vision, and values for the post-acute industry.

Medical specialties:
  • Geriatrics
  • Internal Medicine
  • Primary Care


Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities

Examine patients and their medical records
Order and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays, etc.)
Diagnose health conditions and illnesses
Propose treatments for chronic and infectious diseases
Prescribe medications
Maintain accurate records and schedules
Inform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medications
Educate patients and their family members on diseases, epidemics, and prevention
Oversee patients’ overall health
Promote good health practices
Advance professional knowledge and conduct research

Qualifications

Valid NP license in the state of California
Minimum two years experience in a hospital, skilled nursing, or clinic setting

Working Hours

Day shift
Weekly schedule: Monday to Friday

Work setting:
In-person
Nursing home
Rehabilitation center

Skills

Proven experience as a non-physician provider in a clinic, hospital, skilled nursing, ER, or other setting
Expertise in primary care, acute care, and chronic care practices
Knowledge of health and patient care regulations
Excellent communication skills
Strong ethics
Team spirit with a positive attitude
Patience and cool-headedness
Willingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experience