Family Practice/Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

The Nurse Practitioner role involves providing advanced healthcare services, diagnosing illnesses, prescribing medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver holistic patient-centered care. With expertise in primary and specialty care, Nurse Practitioners play a vital role in improving health outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for patients.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Value-Based Care Model


• Over 20 clinic locations in Texas


• 100% outpatient primary care clinic setting seeing patients 18+


• Dedicated Medical Assistant and additional clinic support team


• Monday Friday schedule (some clinics have extended hours)


• Telehealth available for patients


• Guaranteed base salary with annual bonus program


• 401K with company matching


• Paid Time Off


• Sign-On Bonus eligible

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Nurse Practitioner job description is intended to point out major responsibilities within the role, but it is not limited to these items.

• Maintains confidentiality of all patient records.


• Checks in with clients about test results and prognoses.


• Advises patients regarding prescriptions and treatment plans.


• Follows all federal, state, and nursing guidelines, regulations, and standards.


• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests, including x-rays, blood work, and scans.


• Refers patients to specialists if necessary and analyzes medical records and reports.


• Updates patient charts and uploads to Electronic Health Record (EHR) software.


• Works with a team of nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and doctors to provide quality patient care.


• Examines patients, including discussing medical history and symptoms and performing physicals.


• Knows how to use popular tools, including: medical database software, medical research software, medical diagnosis software, medical billing software, e-prescribing software, scheduling software and billing software.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse licenses in the state of Texas.


• Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner in the specialty is preferred.


• National board certification as a Nurse Practitioner from an accredited agency.


• Master s in nursing required, Doctorate of Nursing preferred.


• Two or more years of clinical experience as a nursing practitioner at a physician practice or in a hospital.


• Bilingual in English & Spanish preferred.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Communicates effectively, speaking multiple languages is preferred.


• Collaborates with nurse practitioners, registered nurses, doctors, and other medical professionals.


• Problem-solves well independently and as part of a team.


• Develops strong relationships with patients and their families and has a stellar bedside manner.