Nurse Practitioner

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Nurse Practitioner

Location:

West Des Moines, IA

Description:

Are you passionate about recovery, physical and emotional health, and cultural equality? At UCS Healthcare, our values guide our culture. We embrace diversity and inclusion and seek colleagues who desire to work in an environment where everyone is accepted and their unique characteristics are celebrated. We ha ve a full- time position available for a Nurse Practitioner for our new Mobile Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) unit based out of West Des Moines, Iowa . This role is part of an exciting new initiative at UCS Healthcare to provide better access to treatment for many Iowa communities. UCS Healthcare is a CARF-accredited, non-profit health care organization based in West Des Moines, Iowa with additional offices in Knoxville and Ankeny. UCS also operates 11 medication units across the state offering medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opiate/alcohol addiction. We offer a competitive hourly wage. UCS Healthcare has earned the Best Place for Working Parents® Designation three years running (2021-2023) in recognition of our commitment to supporting working parents through our family-friendly policies and practices. Reports To: Chief Medical Officer Job Summary: Deliver care in an integrated setting. The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments, and consultations. Maintains accurate and current patient records. Will work as a team with our nurses and physicians and will assist in delivering premium care to each and every patient in more than one program or location including medication assisted treatment. Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and competence. As part of UCS Healthcare, team members will follow all laws and regulations, including those at the Federal, State, and Local level. They will also adhere to all UCS policies and procedures, including patient confidentiality, HIPAA/ 42CFR part 2, and all CARF requirements. All team members will operate in alignment with UCS Healthcare's core values, work effectively in a team environment, provide or support patient-centered services, and strive to assist UCS Healthcare in delivering the highest level of care. Essential Functions: Includes but are not limited to: Patient Care (50%) Developing treatment plans for acute and chronic diseases Perform initial patient screenings and patient history and physical examinations, including MAT physicals. Diagnose and treat acute infections, injuries and illnesses. Educating and guiding patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits Understanding the changes in health promotion throughout the aging process Performing diagnostic tests and screening evaluations Managing overall patient care regarding lifestyle and development issues Emphasizing preventative care and disease management Prescribing medications and evaluate their effectiveness. Work with a diverse population of patients compassionately Perform specialized treatments and exams as appropriate. Address preventative care, including tests and vaccinations appropriate for a patient's age, history and other pertinent variables. Diagnose patient conditions using history, physical examination and indicated tests, and prescribe treatment as necessary to address their health concerns. Coordinate services internally with physicians, psychologists, nurses, social workers, pharmacists, counselors, and therapists and utilize support staff as indicated. Analyze test data and determine the need for follow-up appointments and further treatment options. Serve as the resource patients need for ongoing care information, counseling and provide guidance for any patients with critical conditions. Order medication as appropriate Deliver quality care while maintaining confidentiality. Documentation (40%) Collect, record, and maintain patient information (including the medical history, examination, testing results and treatment plans) in a complete and timely manner with legible and complete documentation. Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary. Utilize EHR for documentation and E-prescribing as appropriate. Documents in a timely, accurate and concise manner. Completes and signs all notes in a timely manner. Oversees nursing staff documentation and co-sign if needed. Training and Education (10%) Attend staffing, QA, and other designated meetings. Maintain all licensures, registrations and permits as required and participate in continuing medical education activities as required and in order to maintain and increase professional standards. Facilitates staff, patient and family decision making by providing educational tools. Perform supervisory duties as requested by the executive director. Participate in agency trainings both as a learner and in ongoing educational health presentations to the staff. Direct and coordinate activities of nurses and other medical staff and provide technical and educational assistance in understanding a patient's medical problems. Provide consultation to clinic staff for improvement in their work performance, which enhances overall quality service delivery. Minimum Required Education, Skills and Experience Master's Degree in nursing with a valid and unrestricted nurse practitioner license in Iowa and certification as a family practice or mental health nurse practitioner. Iowa ARNP, DEA, and CSA licenses. Ability to work within a team and take direction. Demonstrates effective communication strategies. Strong oral, written, and computer skills. Preferred Education, Skills and Experience: Be familiar with the EHR medical charting system 2 years experience working with behavioral health or families in a practice setting. Experience Independently providing general and preventative care, conducting check-ups, treating illnesses, ordering lab tests and prescribing medication for children and adults. Experience treating the needs of substance use disorder and transgender populations. Physical Requirements: A valid driver's license is required (an Iowa driver's license is required within 30 days of hire) and liability insurance or an equivalent means of personal transportation and coverage as travel within the state of Iowa may be necessary. Work Schedule: Full-time Monday-Friday. Typically 8:00AM-5:00 PM business hours but will have some flexibility. Up to 32-40 hours as week as agreed on by the Chief Medical Officer. (There will be no overnights) Work Location: Travel throughout Iowa as a part of a new Mobile MAT Unit initiative (70% of the time) West Des Moines or Ankeny Clinic locations (30% of the time) Need Assistance? Applicants that are requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact Human Resources. UCS Healthcare is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Company:

UCS Healthcare

Posted:

December 26 2023 on ApplicantPool

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