Nurse Practitioner Primary Care (75835)

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Provides diagnosis and treatment to manage patient health conditions.
  • Performs physical exams at initial and follow-up appointments to assess patient needs and monitor progress.
  • Prescribes medications and treatments to address diagnosed health conditions.
  • Interprets clinical data to determine appropriate management and treatment strategies.
  • Orders and evaluates diagnostic/laboratory tests, ensuring appropriate follow-up when abnormal results are identified.
  • Facilitates ease of access to prevent unnecessary emergency room visits.
  • Facilitates referrals to higher levels of care for complex medical concerns beyond the outpatient scope.
• Provides health promotion and disease prevention.
  • Conducts routine check-ups and screenings.
  • Provides/recommends/refers for routine immunizations/vaccinations.
  • Develops and implements individualized patient management plans, ensuring continuity of care through detailed progress documentation.
  • Prescribes and monitors medications for physical conditions, evaluating efficacy and managing potential side effects.
  • Provides comprehensive education on diagnosis, treatment options (including lifestyle changes i.e. diet, exercise, smoking cessation), medication risks, benefits, and alternatives to support informed decision-making.
• Collaborates with medical staff and clinical teams to uphold quality standards and ensure effective care coordination.
  • Coordinates with behavioral health providers and external healthcare teams to optimize patient care and treatment outcomes.
  • Participates in peer review processes to ensure clinical excellence and continuous improvement in patient care.