Nurse Practitioner/Aprn - Littleton, New Hampshire

Commonwealth Medical Services

  • Littleton, NH
  • 11 days ago

    Highlights

    Position Overview The Nurse Practitioner provides medical care and treatment for patients in clinic facilities and/or associated nursing homes. Apply knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan to provide age-appropriate care for infant, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLittleton, NH

    Description

    Join a community health organization dedicated to improving patients' lives and strengthening the communities it serves. For decades, this organization has delivered compassionate, affordable care to its region. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work makes a real impact. If you’re passionate about community health and want a team where healthcare careers thrive, we want to hear from you!

    Position OverviewThe Nurse Practitioner provides medical care and treatment for patients in clinic facilities and/or associated nursing homes. Scope of practice is determined by the state Board of Nursing and the training and expertise of the individual practitioner.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Obtain full and accurate patient histories and perform physical examinations
    • Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic and screening tests
    • Formulate diagnoses and appropriate plans of care
    • Complete and sign all documentation accurately and on time
    • Consult with physicians when necessary to assist with diagnosis and/or management
    • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to prepare comprehensive plans of care
    • Prescribe or recommend medications and other treatments, such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or other therapeutic interventions
    • Refer patients to specialists as needed
    • Document pertinent information, including patient histories, physical examinations, assessments, interventions, and plans
    • Use the EMR regularly for clinical management, internal communication, and other office tasks
    • Apply knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan to provide age-appropriate care for infant, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
    • Work within the scope of practice for current licensure or certification
    • Perform other duties, hours, and site assignments as needed

    Requirements

    • Active APRN license in the state of practice, or eligibility to obtain one
    • National board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (e.g., FNP-BC or FNP-C)
    • Active DEA registration, or ability to obtain one
    • Experience with EMR systems

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