Nurse Practitioner Primary Care
new wave physiciansHouston, TX
Nurse Practitioner Primary Care
L5
new wave physiciansHouston, TX17 days ago
Occupations
Nurse PractitionersHealthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All OtherRegistered NursesIndustries
Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists)All Other Outpatient Care CentersAll Other Miscellaneous Ambulatory Health Care ServicesJob Description:
Job Description The Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care plays a vital role in delivering comprehensive healthcare by assessing, diagnosing, and managing both acute and chronic conditions. This position involves providing patient-centered care with a typical patient load of 15-25 patients per day, emphasizing preventive care, treatment planning, and effective medication management. The role demands strong care coordination and patient counseling skills to promote overall health and well-being.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct patient assessments and physical examinations
- Diagnose illnesses and develop treatment plans
- Manage medication plans and adjustments
- Provide health education and preventive care guidance
- Manage chronic diseases with ongoing monitoring
- Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams
- Counsel patients on lifestyle and health decisions
- Maintain accurate electronic medical records
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum 1 year of experience in primary care nursing
- Master's degree in Nursing or related field
- Active Nurse Practitioner License
- Strong clinical assessment and pharmacology knowledge
- Excellent patient communication and counseling skills
- Experience with chronic disease management and health promotion
- Proficient with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
- Critical thinking, empathy, and effective decision-making abilities
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Level
SeniorL5
Location
Houston, TX
Occupation
Nurse Practitioners
Industry
Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists)
Posted
17 days ago
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