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NorthBay Health

Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Primary Care (Full Time, Days)

NorthBay Health, Vacaville, California, United States, 95688

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Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Primary Care (Full Time, Days)

Join NorthBay Health as a Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Primary Care (Full Time, Days). The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) for Urgent Care or Primary Care functions as a member of the multidisciplinary medical team. The APP is a health care professional with advanced education and training in the care of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. The APP works under the direction of a licensed physician and is directed by standardized protocols and procedures in collaboration with the supervising physician. The APP will work in Napa/Solano County Areas. At NorthBay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care to all who need it. Job Responsibilities

Performs physical examinations and updates patient history. Formulates a diagnosis and treatment plan as appropriate for patient needs. Orders ancillary services as appropriate to meet patient needs. Reviews all patient diagnostic test results and follows-up on abnormal test results. Requests specialty consultation as approved by the supervising physician. Provides patient education as appropriate. Provides treatments and procedures as appropriate. Assists in the clinical management of the patient and works closely with members of the clinic to ensure that patient is receiving appropriate services. Counsels and educates patients as needed to support compliance with the outlined treatment plan. Notifies and consults supervising physician when a referral or transfer of patient care is required for urgent or emergent care. Documents patient care as required and in a timely manner. Identifies high risk problems and transfers care to appropriate physician. Collaborates and communicates with appropriate physicians on patient care issues. Collaborates with other members of the health care team as needed. Seeks consultation from physician on any cases that he/she may feel exceeds his/her ability to manage. Education and Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program approved by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Or Master’s required. Graduate of an accredited nursing program including a Nurse Practitioner Program. Licensure/Credentials

Current Physician Assistant licensure by the State of California Physician Assistant Examining Committee and Board Certified. OR Current California licensure as a Nurse Practitioner and Board Certification by the American Nurse Credentialing Center, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Association of Critical Care Nurses, or Pediatric Nursing Certification Board. Current AHA or equivalent certification in CPR. Maintains a current DEA license for schedule 2 drugs and above. Maintains a current Furnishing Number for medications Experience

Experience as a Physician Assistant practicing in a related field, or completion of internship in primary care at NorthBay. OR Two years’ experience as a Nurse Practitioner OR four years of clinical experience as a Nurse, OR completion of internship at NorthBay Health. Skills

Demonstrates ability to evaluate patient’s physical and emotional status. Demonstrates ability to provide patient care based on age-related needs. Demonstrates current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care for patients in the following age groups: adult, adolescent, pediatric and geriatric. Ability to use computer, MS Word, Outlook, telephone. Knowledge of Cerner preferred. NorthBay Health is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.

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