(Archived) Family Nurse Practitioner

Seeking a full time Family Nurse Practitioner to join a great team in Western, MA!

Berkshire County, located in the far western region of Massachusetts, is one of the premier destination spots in all New England. Abutting New York State to the West, Vermont to the North and Connecticut to the South; the Berkshires is made up of 32 quaint cities and towns, each with its own history and beauty. It is rich in culture, outdoor activities, logging and fine dining. Berkshire County is also an easy drive to both Boston and New York City metropolitan areas.

Join a leading community health team- who serves by providing highest quality healthcare, dental services, wellness education and family support services. The health system outreach provides free health screenings, insurance enrollment assistance as well as information so people can learn how to take better care of themselves and their families. We are a network of health centers and caring professionals that provide outstanding primary and preventative care for patients.

Position Summary:

Family Nurse Practitioner needed to join our primary care office located in the heart of the Berkshires. The Family Nurse Practitioner provides specialized nursing services in areas that may include family medicine, pediatric medicine, women’s health, family planning, and primary and preventative care. The FNP’s duties will be performed under the general supervision of the CMO. The NP is responsible for providing guidance to RNs, LPNs, and CMAs.

The Family Nurse Practitioner contributes to a work environment that is caring, collaborative, and innovative. This person will support mission, vision, and values and will adhere to compliance protocols as well as policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

• Obtain records of patients health history; performs comprehensive physical assessment as part of a total physical examination; diagnose, treat, and plan appropriate healthcare for patients; manage and prevent sexually transmitted diseases; refer patients to physicians and/or outside agencies as required; establish and maintain patients electronic medical records and other necessary records.

• Provide and prescribe medications within area of specialty; perform laboratory procedures and interpret lab results; admit, manage, and discharge hospitalized patients; provide case management services for select clients; provide group, community, and individual patient education.

Education/Experience:

Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of nursing, master’s degree in nursing, and completion of a state acceptable nurse practitioners’ program are required.

Experience: A minimum of one year’s experience is preferred. National certification in specialty is preferred.

Required License(s) and/or Certification(s):

Licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Registered Nurse; certified by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Nurse Practitioner; prescriptive privileges; DEA.

• Spanish speaking/bilingual is a plus.

Position offers competitive compensation plus full benefits including:

Medical and Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
Supplemental Insurances
Online Insurance Enrollment System
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition Reimbursement
Relocation Reimbursement
and more!

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JOB ID: KD232