Compassion—We treat every person with dignity and fairness, embracing all and ensuring no one is alienated or discriminated against.
Accountability—We safeguard the confidentiality of our patients and staff and are transparent in reporting to stakeholders and the community.
Reverence—We answer a higher call to serve, uplift those in need, and create a community rooted in mutual respect and shared humanity.
Excellence—We are committed to continuous learning and professional development, ensuring the delivery of culturally responsive, high-quality care.
Stewardship—We responsibly manage our resources to benefit both the organization and the community we serve.
Our mission is clear: To deliver effective, accessible, and culturally responsive care, education, and advocacy that promote health and quality of life.
JOB SUMMARY
Functions under the collaborative practice agreement with a physician to provide professional medical services in the community health center setting.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides comprehensive examination, screening, health education, and treatment of patients within the nurse specialist’s scope of practice using a systematic approach to history and physical appraisal of the patient.
- Examine the patient, perform a comprehensive physical examination, and compile the patient’s medical data, including health history and physical examination results.
- Administers or orders diagnostic tests and interprets test results for deviations from normal.
- Performs therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, and managing infections, aspirations, and EKGs.
- Develops and implements comprehensive patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in providing continuity of care.
- Prescribes drugs according to licensed prescriptive authority, dispenses supplies, and prescribes other treatments (e.g., physical therapy) to aid in the management of acute and chronic health problems.
- Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens.
- Establishes a collaborative relationship with other medical providers and specialists; determines the need for consultation and assists in medical care treatment provided at the direction of specialists.
- Documents and maintains patient records of services provided according to program standards.
- Participates in the education of graduate nursing students as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
- Knowledge and skills for the provision of direct patient care in the practice of primary health care.
- Knowledge of the state and federal laws about patient care and community health centers.
- Knowledge of the structure and function of the community health centers.
- Skill in communicating effectively with patients and their families.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, patients, and the general public.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation from an accredited nurse practitioner program. Master’s degree in nursing with advanced skills in physical assessment. ANA Certification before or within one year of employment.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS
- License to practice medicine in the State of Virginia
- Current DEA registration.
BENEFITS
We value our team, and it shows in our benefits. As a CAHN employee, you’ll enjoy:
Health Coverage
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Secondary Gap Insurance
- Prescription Drug Plan
- Supplemental Policies through Colonial Life
- Short-Term Disability
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 3% Company Match
- Employer-Sponsored Short-Term Disability
- Employer Paid Life and AD&D
Work-Life Balance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrued as of Day 1
- Self-Care Floating Holidays
- 8.5 Paid Holidays
Additional Support
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Continuing Education reimbursement up to $1,500
- Relocation Reimbursement up to $2,500
- Loan Repayment through NHSC
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the employee must be able to perform each essential function, as well as meet the physical and mental requirements, satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
DISCLAIMER
This position carries a high risk of exposure to infectious agents, including HIV, hepatitis, and TB. The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions, subject to reasonable accommodations. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions, as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.