Colorado Coalition for the Homeless
PRN Nurse Practitioner/Physician's Assistant - 10504
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Overview
The mission of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is to work collaboratively toward the prevention of homelessness and the creation of lasting solutions for homeless and at-risk families, children, and individuals throughout Colorado. The Coalition advocates for and provides a continuum of housing and a variety of services to improve the health, well-being, and stability of those it serves. Our Philosophy of Service:
We believe all people have the right to adequate housing and health care. We work to remove the barriers that restrict access to these rights. Society benefits when adequate housing and health care are available to everyone. We create lasting solutions to homelessness by: Honoring the inherent dignity of those we serve, affirming their capabilities and fostering their hope that a better life is possible. Building strong, caring and trauma-informed communities through the integration of housing, health care and supportive services. Advocating for social and racial equity, inclusion and diversity, and challenging the status quo in partnership with our workforce members and those we serve. Achieving excellence through continuous quality assurance, innovation and professional development. Using resources judiciously and effectively. Position Summary
The Nurse Practitioner (NP)/Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for providing primary health care to individuals and families who will be accessing care at Stout Street Health Recuperative Care Center (SSRCC), or any of our other clinical sites. This position is for a PRN NP/PA, mostly working weekends and holidays. The minimal requirement is 2-10-hour shifts per month. The NP/PA would provide high-quality acute, chronic, and preventive care across the full age span, and works collaboratively with the SSHC multidisciplinary integrated health team. Essential Job Functions
Provides direct, high-quality, primary medical care to people experiencing homelessness. Maintains and enhances a current level of knowledge relevant to professional practice and continually strives to improve the quality of care. Breathes the spirit of Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, and Trauma-Informed Care with clients, and provides information and choices in a non-judgmental, respectful manner. Maintains a work environment that is marked by respect for others, that values inclusiveness and builds workforce diversity, and that fosters cooperation and teamwork. Collaborates and consults effectively and bi-directionally with all CCH staff and identifies and addresses the complex issues which may adversely impact the health of patients. Maximizes community linkages while acting as advocate for patients. Participates in Quality Improvement and Peer Review activities. Maintains Continuing Medical Education, license(s), and CCH Credentialing and Privileging requirements always. Delivers care across CCH sites which may include outpatient clinic sites, the mobile clinic, Stout Street Recuperative Care, street outreach or home visits. Weekend/evening/Holiday coverage is required. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Summary
2 or more years of experience required for this job position. For Nurse Practitioners : A Master of Science or Doctorate degree in Nursing from a program accredited by the American Nurse Credentialing Center or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners; current registration in Colorado as an Advanced Practice Nurse; certification as a Nurse Practitioner from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. For Physician Assistants : Graduation from a program accredited by the American Academy of Physician Assistants; current licensure with the State of Colorado to practice as a Physician Assistant; current certification with the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Ability to prioritize multiple job responsibilities, work independently, and exercise sound professional judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills. Maintain an appropriate spectrum of family practice and adult medicine experience and skills. Demonstrate knowledge of homeless issues. Demonstrate sensitivity to and a desire to work with underserved populations. Ability to participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and function effectively with collaborating agencies. Bilingual preferred, not required. 15 patient encounters per day within a 10-hour shift. Compensation
$52.51 - $63.01 an hour. Compensation placement depends on total relevant years of experience. Other
Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applicable laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is committed to delivering services, making employment-related decisions, selecting volunteers, and selecting vendors without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. Apply for this job
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The mission of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is to work collaboratively toward the prevention of homelessness and the creation of lasting solutions for homeless and at-risk families, children, and individuals throughout Colorado. The Coalition advocates for and provides a continuum of housing and a variety of services to improve the health, well-being, and stability of those it serves. Our Philosophy of Service:
We believe all people have the right to adequate housing and health care. We work to remove the barriers that restrict access to these rights. Society benefits when adequate housing and health care are available to everyone. We create lasting solutions to homelessness by: Honoring the inherent dignity of those we serve, affirming their capabilities and fostering their hope that a better life is possible. Building strong, caring and trauma-informed communities through the integration of housing, health care and supportive services. Advocating for social and racial equity, inclusion and diversity, and challenging the status quo in partnership with our workforce members and those we serve. Achieving excellence through continuous quality assurance, innovation and professional development. Using resources judiciously and effectively. Position Summary
The Nurse Practitioner (NP)/Physician Assistant (PA) is responsible for providing primary health care to individuals and families who will be accessing care at Stout Street Health Recuperative Care Center (SSRCC), or any of our other clinical sites. This position is for a PRN NP/PA, mostly working weekends and holidays. The minimal requirement is 2-10-hour shifts per month. The NP/PA would provide high-quality acute, chronic, and preventive care across the full age span, and works collaboratively with the SSHC multidisciplinary integrated health team. Essential Job Functions
Provides direct, high-quality, primary medical care to people experiencing homelessness. Maintains and enhances a current level of knowledge relevant to professional practice and continually strives to improve the quality of care. Breathes the spirit of Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, and Trauma-Informed Care with clients, and provides information and choices in a non-judgmental, respectful manner. Maintains a work environment that is marked by respect for others, that values inclusiveness and builds workforce diversity, and that fosters cooperation and teamwork. Collaborates and consults effectively and bi-directionally with all CCH staff and identifies and addresses the complex issues which may adversely impact the health of patients. Maximizes community linkages while acting as advocate for patients. Participates in Quality Improvement and Peer Review activities. Maintains Continuing Medical Education, license(s), and CCH Credentialing and Privileging requirements always. Delivers care across CCH sites which may include outpatient clinic sites, the mobile clinic, Stout Street Recuperative Care, street outreach or home visits. Weekend/evening/Holiday coverage is required. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Summary
2 or more years of experience required for this job position. For Nurse Practitioners : A Master of Science or Doctorate degree in Nursing from a program accredited by the American Nurse Credentialing Center or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners; current registration in Colorado as an Advanced Practice Nurse; certification as a Nurse Practitioner from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. For Physician Assistants : Graduation from a program accredited by the American Academy of Physician Assistants; current licensure with the State of Colorado to practice as a Physician Assistant; current certification with the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Ability to prioritize multiple job responsibilities, work independently, and exercise sound professional judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills. Maintain an appropriate spectrum of family practice and adult medicine experience and skills. Demonstrate knowledge of homeless issues. Demonstrate sensitivity to and a desire to work with underserved populations. Ability to participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and function effectively with collaborating agencies. Bilingual preferred, not required. 15 patient encounters per day within a 10-hour shift. Compensation
$52.51 - $63.01 an hour. Compensation placement depends on total relevant years of experience. Other
Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applicable laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is committed to delivering services, making employment-related decisions, selecting volunteers, and selecting vendors without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. Apply for this job
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