Nurse Practitioner ( Urgent Care )
Cullman, Alabama, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Nurse Practitioner
Specialty Urgent Care
Salary 120,000 – 130,000 yearly
Degree Required Master's Degree in Nurse Practitioner Doctorate in Nurse Practitioner Studies
Position Type Full Time W2 Salary
Work Environment Outpatient
Location Houston, Texas, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 11/21/24

Full Time Nurse Practitioners Wanted in Healthy Horizons Clinic Urgent Care Outpatient Office.

We are looking for Full Time Nurse Practitioners to join an Urgent Care practice to diagnose and treat health conditions, as well as promote good health practices. As an advanced practice registered nurse, you’ll be our go-to person for ensuring the best patient care possible.

Hours are 40 hours a week Monday to Friday at 5:00 pm.

$120,000-$130,000 per year depending on experience plus Full Benefits.

Responsibilities of Nurse Practitioner The job description of a nurse practitioner includes conducting physical examinations, interpreting lab tests and overseeing patients’ health. You’ll be both a health practitioner and an educator, supporting disease prevention practices and helping people lead healthy lives. Nurse Practitioner requirements You should have experience in one of the following Nurse Practitioner specialties: acute care, Internal Medicine, cardiology, family health, urgent care, or the ED. Extensive clinical experience on primary care is vital. As a Nurse Practitioner, you’ll have to work closely with other healthcare professionals, so you should have a team spirit and a positive attitude. Patience, problem-solving skills and communication ability are important. If you’re also dedicated to advancing your knowledge and clinical expertise through research and professional discourse, we’d like to meet you.

There are 5 MDs and 5 other NPs on staff and you will be collaborating with them.

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

Requirements:

Proven experience as Nurse Practitioner in a clinic, hospital, 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

Valid New York State Nurse Practitioner license
ANP/FNP required
Must have DEA number

Master’s degree in Nurse Practitioner

Bilingual is a plus but not required

Benefits:

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development