NURSE PRACTITIONER

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVES

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) works collaboratively with the Attending Physicians and the Chief Medical Officer to provide comprehensive, evidence-based healthcare services to patients in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.

The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients across the lifespan while promoting patient-centered care, disease prevention, health promotion, and chronic disease management. The NP practices independently within the scope of licensure and collaboratively with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality clinical outcomes.

This position may provide services at multiple Edgewater Health locations, including Primary Care Clinics, Rapid Access Center (RAC), Turning Point, School-Based Health Centers, and other assigned service locations. Participation in telehealth services, chronic care management, and on-call coverage is required as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Assessment and Evaluation

• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and obtain complete medical, social, family, and medication histories.
• Assess patient symptoms and determine appropriate diagnostic and treatment interventions.
• Order, perform, and interpret laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, and other diagnostic procedures.
• Evaluate patient health status and formulate appropriate differential diagnoses.
• Perform comprehensive health assessments for preventive and chronic disease management.
• Provide on-call coverage as assigned, including coverage for multiple Edgewater Health service locations.

Diagnosis and Treatment

• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses, chronic diseases, and injuries.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based clinical guidelines.
• Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions consistent with Indiana Nurse Practitioner prescribing authority.
• Perform minor office procedures within the scope of practice.
• Monitor treatment effectiveness and adjust care plans as clinically indicated.
• Coordinate continuity of care through appropriate follow-up appointments.

Patient Education and Counseling

• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and preventive care.
• Counsel patients regarding medication compliance, lifestyle modifications, nutrition, exercise, smoking cessation, and disease prevention.
• Provide education regarding chronic disease self-management.
• Encourage patient participation in treatment planning and healthcare decision-making.

Collaboration and Care Coordination

• Collaborate with physicians, behavioral health providers, specialists, nursing staff, case managers, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate referrals to specialty care, diagnostic services, and community resources.
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment planning and case conferences.
• Ensure seamless transitions of care through effective communication among providers.

Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

• Perform preventive screenings and wellness examinations.
• Administer immunizations, injections, and preventive treatments.
• Provide chronic care management services, including telehealth appointments.
• Promote healthy lifestyles through patient education and risk reduction counseling.
• Identify patients requiring preventive interventions and coordinate appropriate care.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely documentation within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Ensure all documentation meets legal, regulatory, payer, and accreditation requirements.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Comply with all federal, state, local, and organizational regulations governing clinical practice.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review activities, and performance improvement projects.
• Maintain required professional licensure, certifications, continuing medical education (CME), and credentialing requirements.
• Follow all organizational clinical protocols, infection prevention standards, and patient safety initiatives.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Participate in departmental meetings, staff meetings, committees, and organizational initiatives.
• Maintain professional competency through continuing education and professional development.
• Support Edgewater Health's mission, vision, and values.
• Travel between clinic locations as assigned.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES-KSAS

Clinical Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of primary care medicine and evidence-based clinical practice.
• Knowledge of disease prevention, health promotion, and chronic disease management.
• Knowledge of pharmacology, diagnostics, laboratory interpretation, and treatment modalities.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control procedures.
• Knowledge of behavioral health principles and integrated care models.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA, Joint Commission standards, and applicable healthcare regulations.

Skills

• Excellent clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent patient interviewing and communication skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications and internet-based resources.

Abilities

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to function effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Ability to remain calm and exercise sound judgment during emergencies.
• Ability to establish therapeutic relationships with diverse patient populations.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to adapt to changing healthcare environments and organizational priorities.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments as needed.