Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Position Details

Full-time Monday-Friday

4 Days per Week on Mobile Health Unit Serving Rural Communities and 1 Day per Week at our Garden Site Location

$110,000-$125,000 Annual Salary

5 Weeks of Paid Time Off Accrued Annually

401K employer match up to 4%

Health Benefits Begin on Day 1 of Employment

(Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/STD/LTD/Pet/Etc.)

CME Time and Funds Annually

Position Summary

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) reports to and under the guidance of the Site Medical Director and collaborating physician, in accordance with the Heartland Health Services’ (HHS) mission, strategic goals, federal and state laws and regulations, performance and outcome objectives, and accreditation standards.

The NP or PA provides comprehensive primary care services to patients across a variety of settings, including HHS's Mobile Health Unit serving rural and underserved communities. This position plays a vital role in expanding access to healthcare by delivering preventive, acute, and chronic disease management services directly to patients where they live and work. The provider must be comfortable practicing independently within scope, working in a mobile environment, traveling to community locations, and collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams to improve health outcomes and reduce barriers to care.

Essential Functions

• Provides primary care services on the Mobile Health Unit four days per week and at a clinic site one day per week.
• Travels to designated rural and community-based service locations to deliver healthcare services and support HHS outreach initiatives.
• Assesses the health status of patients by obtaining relevant medical histories and performing comprehensive physical examinations appropriate to age and presenting condition.
• Establishes priorities and develops patient-centered plans of care, including ordering diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, recommending non-pharmacologic interventions, and providing patient education.
• Diagnoses and manages acute and chronic illnesses in accordance with HHS protocols and evidence-based practice standards.
• Conducts and interprets diagnostic tests, prescribes treatments, provides health education, and makes referrals to specialists, community resources, and other healthcare providers as appropriate.
• Maintains systematic follow-up processes to evaluate treatment effectiveness, modify care plans as needed, and ensure continuity of care.
• Accurately documents patient encounters, treatment plans, and outcomes in the electronic health record while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Participates in periodic quality assurance and quality improvement activities, including chart reviews and outcome monitoring.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, care coordinators, behavioral health providers, and other team members to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care.
• Supports HHS community outreach efforts and initiatives designed to improve healthcare access in rural and underserved populations.
• Functions as a role model and preceptor for nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or other healthcare professional students when applicable.
• Participates in HHS collaborative projects, peer review activities, and organizational initiatives.
• Maintains current licensure, certification, and continuing education requirements in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with patients, families, community partners, staff, and outside agencies.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, local, and HHS policies, procedures, and regulations related to clinical care, workplace safety, public health, and patient confidentiality.
• Supports HHS continuous quality improvement efforts aimed at enhancing patient outcomes, patient satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
• Assists in maintaining Mobile Health Unit readiness, including reporting equipment, technology, supply, or vehicle concerns through appropriate channels.
• Attends staff meetings, department meetings, and other required organizational meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the mission and operational needs of Heartland Health Services.