Family Nurse Practitioner - Ramey-Estep / Re-group

Function:

Organizational duties & responsibilities:

1. The primary responsibility of all staff is to ensure the safety and well-being of all Rame-Estep/Re-group (RE) clients.
2. Supports RE's mission, vision, and values. Facilitates and adheres to the agency and licensure code of ethics, policies, and procedures.
3. Supports all functions that attain and maintain accreditation and compliance with regulatory agencies.
4. Supports and facilitates positive interaction with clients, staff, families, and community partners by exhibiting the following traits in the office and in the public when carrying out job duties: individual maturity, respect for others, a team-centered approach, maintenance of confidential information, and awareness and sensitivity to cultural and other differences in others.
5. Exhibits effective communication skills, including proper use of agency communication systems.
6. Participate in appropriate professional development programs to attain and maintain competency.
7. Effectively manages financial and physical resources to achieve the mission of RE.
8. Report incidents of abuse or potential abuse involving clients to the appropriate authorities and RE.

Essential duties and Responsibilities:

1. Conduct thorough physical exams and health histories and evaluate the client’s medical and psychosocial needs.
2. Analyze patient data and formulate appropriate diagnoses.
3. Prescribe medications and treatments within the scope of practice and as allowed by state regulations and collaborative practice agreements.
4. Educate clients and families, if applicable, about health management, preventative care, and lifestyle modifications.
5. Provide psychoeducation to the clients and families, if applicable, regarding medications and treatment plans.
6. Provides guidance on lifestyle modifications, nutrition, and self-care.
7. Develop and implement client-centered care plans based on diagnosis and client needs by setting measurable goals for client health improvement.
8. Conduct follow-up visits to ensure continuity of care
9. Collaborate with internal and external interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic care.
10. Participate in professional growth and development activities, including conferences or continuing education activities.
11. Interpret diagnostic or laboratory tests and communicate results with clients and families, if applicable.
12. Consult with other licensed professionals when encountering unusual or complex cases.
13. Refer patients requiring more specialized or complex treatment to appropriate providers.
14. Promotes a positive view of RE to the public and outside agencies.
15. Maintains current documentation, care plans, and other written documentation and correspondence according to agency policy and within appropriate time frames.
16. Maintains current licensure and stays within ethical guidelines provided by the licensure board.
17. Participates in supervision and consultation regularly.
18. Advocates for health education and wellness initiatives in the community.
19. Has adequate knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards.
20. Stay informed about public health issues and trends affecting the community.
21. Ability to be flexible and adapt to schedule and work environment changes.
22. Provides consistent, quality treatment to all clients.
23. Ensures all necessary records are maintained and kept confidential.
24. Performs other duties as assigned.

Working conditions/environment:

1. Shift is generally Monday – Friday, but hours will vary based on the client's needs.
2. Holidays, weekends, and extra hours may be required.
3. Intense, unpredictable population with the possibility of verbal and physical aggression.
4. Fast-paced environment with the need for quick decisions to deal with any crisis that may arise.
5. Traveling weekly to meet with clients and families at different locations (Ashland, Rush, and Grayson offices).  
6. Use of HIPPA-approved electronic programs to facilitate telehealth services.
7. Maintains a positive, professional attitude, contributing to a supportive work environment.

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