Family Nurse Practitioner – Advanced Practice (Locums)

A Nurse Practitioner (NP) at Premise Health, a company that provides on-site health and wellness programs, typically focuses on primary care, acute care, and occupational health within a collaborative team setting. Responsibilities include conducting physical examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, diagnosing and treating illnesses, and managing patient care plans. They also provide patient education and counseling, and may prescribe medications and therapies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing physical exams, taking health histories, and developing individualized patient care plans.
• Diagnosing and treating common acute and chronic illnesses, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests (lab work, X-rays, etc.), and managing medications and therapies.
• Working collaboratively with physicians, other healthcare professionals, and patients to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care.
• Providing patients with education and counseling on healthy lifestyles, disease prevention, and self-management strategies.
• (Depending on the specific role and location) Assessing and managing workplace-related health concerns, promoting worker safety, and preventing injuries and illnesses.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Nursing: Typically requires a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree.
• Registered Nurse (RN) License: Valid RN license in the state of practice.
• Nurse Practitioner (NP) Certification: Current NP certification by a national certifying body.
• Experience: While specific experience requirements vary, experience in primary care, acute care, or occupational health may be preferred.
• Clinical Knowledge and Skills: Strong clinical judgment, diagnostic skills, and medication management knowledge.

Overall, the Premise Health NP role requires a skilled and knowledgeable professional who can provide comprehensive patient care in a collaborative and supportive environment, often within the context of a specific industry or workplace setting.