Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner

Job Description: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Certified

Location: Whidbey Island, WA

Position: Full-Time, Walk-In Clinic

Patient Population: Low to moderate income, all ages, higher-than-average acuity

Supervisor: Medical Director (off-site supervision)

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide acute and routine medical care in a walk-in clinic setting for patients of all ages.


• Manage higher acuity cases with a focus on both urgent and primary care needs.


• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories, physical exams, and diagnostic testing.


• Diagnose and treat a wide range of acute conditions and follow-up care for chronic conditions.


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  Prescribe medications and treatments based on patient needs and evidence-based guidelines.


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  Clinical independence: Must be able to work with minimal supervision, as the medical director may be off-site.


• Provide patient education on wellness, disease prevention, and treatment plans.


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  Document all patient interactions accurately and timely using the facility s EMR system.


• Collaborate with other healthcare providers and support staff to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications:

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  For Nurse Practitioners:




• Valid RN license to practice in Washington State.


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  Master s Degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution.


• Completion of a nationally recognized NP certification program approved by the Washington State Nursing Commission.




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  For Physician Assistants:




• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program recognized by the following accreditation organizations:




• Accreditation Review Committee on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)


• Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)


• Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA)




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  National Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).




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  Experience:




• Minimum of three years of experience in primary care or a similar clinical setting preferred.


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  ACLS certification is required.

Skills & Experience:

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  Primary Care Experience: At least three years of experience in a primary care or walk-in clinic setting preferred.


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  Clinical Competence: Ability to independently assess, diagnose, and treat patients, with a high level of clinical judgment.


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  Patient-Centered Care: Ability to communicate effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds, particularly low to moderate-income populations.


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  Collaboration: Strong teamwork skills to work with physicians, medical staff, and support personnel.


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  Critical Thinking: Ability to handle higher acuity cases and make clinical decisions in a fast-paced, walk-in clinic environment.

Additional Information:

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  Work Environment: Walk-in clinic serving a community of low to moderate-income patients.


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  Patient Demographics: All ages, with higher-than-average acuity in a fast-paced clinical environment.


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  Supervision: This role requires some clinical independence; the medical director may be off-site during shifts.

Certifications:

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  Nurse Practitioners: Valid RN license in Washington State; national certification from an accredited NP program.


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  Physician Assistants: Certification from the NCCPA and completion of an accredited PA program.


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  ACLS Certification: Required.

Benefits:

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  Healthcare: Comprehensive medical coverage to support your well-being.


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  Dental: Dental insurance for a healthy smile.


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  Vision: Vision care to maintain eye health.


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  Life Insurance: Life insurance coverage for peace of mind.