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Nurse Practitioner, Wound Care page is loaded Nurse Practitioner, Wound Care Apply locations Diamond Neighborhoods FHC - San Diego, CA time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R0017831 Family Health Centers of San Diego is a private nonprofit community health center that is an integral part of San Diego's healthcare safety net . Since 1970, our mission has been to provide caring, affordable, high quality healthcare and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low income and medically underserved persons. San Diego offers a spectacular coast, incredible weather, and scenic communities—a great place to live, work, and thrive. We offer an excellent and comprehensive benefits package that includes a competitive base salary, additional compensation for ancillary responsibilities, NHSC Loan Repay eligibility, Continuing Medical Education, a variety of health insurance options, a retirement plan matching program, incentives for quality, productivity, and retention, malpractice insurance, and much more. We currently have new NHSC HRSA Scores and all clinics are eligible for NHSC Loan Repay. As a provider and leader for Family Health Centers of San Diego, you thrive on the challenge of working in a fast-paced environment, knowing you are making a difference in your community every day. Join our team and contribute to making our services “Exceptional in Every Way!” Every member of our team plays an important role in improving the health of our patients and community. We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner with specialized experience in chronic wound care to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive care to patients with various types of chronic wounds (venous, arterial, diabetic foot, pressure, atypical), focusing on assessment, treatment, and prevention. This position can be full time or part time. Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer, the Family Nurse Practitioner offers and provides complete medical services to patients. As a provider for Family Health Centers of San Diego, you embrace a spirit of service to provide caring, affordable, high quality healthcare and supportive services to everyone, with a special commitment to uninsured, low income and medically underserved persons. You thrive on the challenge of working in a fast-paced environment with many chronically ill patients, knowing you are making a difference in your community every day. You enjoy partnering with the provider team to provide excellence in medical services. Job Roles Completes all required documentation accurately, timely and thoroughly in accordance with department standards and to comply with electronic medical record requirements, including medication reconciliation, finalizing notes, clearing out personal pool, and participating in clinic pool. Follows FHCSD policies and procedures, including (but not limited to), cooperating with the timely submission of credentialing and licensing paperwork; maintaining BLS certification; maintaining CME units based on the requirements of the specifying Board; attending all mandatory meetings; minimizing incident reports; using resources efficiently and practicing medicine in a cost-effective manner. Maintain FHCSD behavioral standards, including (but not limited to), effective listening and communication skills and respectful interactions with colleagues and patients. Maintains a productivity expectation of 2.0 patients per hour with minimum productivity of 1.85 patients per hour. Maintains satisfactory peer reviews: able to assess medical information including pathophysiology, patient presentation, differential diagnosis, etc., in order to facilitate health promotion and disease prevention. Meets clinic site and organization needs in a reliable and flexible manner; prioritizes work and makes an effort to adhere to schedule. Participate in Clinical Outcomes Program and work towards meeting organizational targets for all metrics. Participates in administrative duties, including lab reports, charts, and medication refills reviewed and managed appropriately. Performs other duties as assigned. Education/Certifications/Licenses/Registrations Demonstrated expertise in chronic wound care assessment and treatment. Board Certification as CWCN and/or ABWM as CWS preferred. Current American Heart Association healthcare provider CPR (BLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, or Advance Resuscitation Training required. Current Nurse Practitioner Certification and Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Permit required. Current State License and national certification required from one of the following National certifying bodies: 1. The American Academy of Nurse Practitioner 2. Nurse Credentialing Center 3. National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties 4. National Certification Board of Pediatrics Nurse Practitioners & Nurses 5. Oncology Nurse Certification Corporation & Critical Care Certification Corp. DEA License required. Master's degree required. Ability and means to travel as needed in a timely manner within San Diego County. DRIVER REQUIREMENTS: Requires an active Class C California driver's license, proof of liability insurance at $100,000, on vehicle used. No more than 2 points in past 12 months; No suspensions in last 2 years for moving violations; No DUI, reckless or felony Driving within 5 years. No license revocation in 7 years. Experience/Specialized skills (including Language) 1 year of experience working with underserved, low-income persons, or homeless persons preferred. 2+ years experience working in an outpatient clinic setting or directly in wound care. Ability to work effectively with patients from diverse social, cultural and economic groups. Basic computer literacy ability to comply with department needs and expectations (i.e., electronic medical record documentation). Bilingual (English/Spanish) capabilities strongly desired. Cultural and linguistic sensitivity to populations served required. Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and concepts of disease. Knowledge of patient care activities, the clinic environment, and how the services and functions interact. Knowledge of, and ability to take a detailed medical history, to conduct a physical examination, to follow observation procedures, to order and perform diagnostic and therapeutic tasks, and to exercise a degree of judgment in integrating and interpreting findings on the basis of general medical knowledge. Must possess a demonstrated commitment to community medicine and to serve homeless and medically underserved families. Physical Requirements/Working Environment Bending (neck): FREQUENTLY (3 - 6 HRS) Bending (waist): OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS) Carrying 0 - 10 lbs: FREQUENTLY (3 - 6 HRS) Carrying 11 - 25 lbs: NEVER Carrying 25 - 50 lbs: NEVER Carrying 51 - 75 lbs: NEVER Carrying 75 lbs: NEVER Climbing (ladder): NEVER Climbing (stairs): RARELY (0-1 HRS) Driving: To drive from one clinic or another, or in the community: REGULAR DRIVING (MORE THAN 3 DAYS PER WEEK) Exposure to blood borne pathogens and biohazards: YES Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, or chemicals: Office and medical supplies. Fine manipulation: OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS) Kneeling: RARELY (0-1 HRS) Lifting 0 - 10 lbs: FREQUENTLY (3 - 6 HRS) Lifting 11 - 25 lbs: NEVER Lifting 25 - 50 lbs: NEVER Lifting 51 - 75 lbs: NEVER Lifting over 75 lbs: NEVER Power Grasping: RARELY (0-1 HRS) Pulling 0 - 10 lbs: NEVER Pulling 11 - 25 lbs: NEVER Pulling 25 - 50 lbs: NEVER Pulling 51 - 75 lbs: NEVER Pulling over 75 lbs: NEVER Pushing 0 - 10 lbs: NEVER Pushing 11 - 25 lbs: NEVER Pushing 25 - 50 lbs: NEVER Pushing 51 - 75 lbs: NEVER Pushing over 75 lbs: NEVER Reaching (above shoulder level): RARELY (0-1 HRS) Reaching (below shoulder level): OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS) Repetitive use of hand: OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS) Simple Grasping: OCCASIONALLY (1 - 3 HRS) Sitting: FREQUENTLY (3 - 6 HRS) Standing: FREQUENTLY (3 - 6 HRS) Twisting: RARELY (0-1 HRS) Use of Personal Protective Equipment: Face Shield, goggles, masks, gloves, lab coats, and safety needles. Walking: FREQUENTLY (3 - 6 HRS) Working around equipment and machinery: Office equipment Ages of Patients Served: Adolescent (13-18), Adult (19-64), Geriatric (65+), Pediatric (0-12) In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base range for this position, exclusive of fringe benefits. $135,000.00 - $165,000.00 If you are hired at Family Health Centers of San Diego, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, jurisdictional requirements, skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to these factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is what we reasonably expect to pay for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a generous compensation and benefits package (more information on our benefits offerings is available here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net) About Us Founded in 1970, Family Health Centers of San Diego is dedicated to providing caring, affordable, high-quality health care and support services to all people, with a special commitment to the uninsured, low-income and medically underserved. We are the largest community clinic provider of health care to the uninsured in Southern California and one of the top 10 largest community clinic organizations in the country. Anti-Discrimination Statement Family Health Centers of San Diego complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate, exclude people or treat them differently on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, sex, including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, genetic information, language preference/ability, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation and gender identity, AIDS/HIV, medical condition, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic violence, assault, or stalking. #J-18808-Ljbffr