Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in California

Job description

About the facility

This Federally Qualified Health Center provides comprehensive primary care services to the community with a focus on accessible healthcare delivery. The facility maintains appropriate medical support staff including physicians, advanced practice providers, licensed vocational nurses, medical assistants, and registered nurses to ensure efficient patient care coordination.

About the facility location

Northern California offers diverse attractions ranging from coastal experiences like Glass Beach to mountain adventures in Yosemite National Park with its giant sequoias and hiking opportunities. The region features renowned wine country in Napa Valley and Sonoma, scenic train rides on the Skunk Train, and various state parks for outdoor exploration. Natural landmarks include Red Rock Canyon State Park, Death Valley National Park, and the Alabama Hills, providing visitors with opportunities for sightseeing and wilderness activities.

About the clinician's workday

The nurse practitioner will provide comprehensive family medicine services in a Federally Qualified Health Center setting, managing diverse primary care cases for patients of all ages during standard business hours. Clinical responsibilities include conducting thorough patient evaluations, managing chronic medical conditions, providing preventive healthcare services, and treating acute illnesses while maintaining accurate medical documentation. The position requires working Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM with no call requirements, managing 24-25 patients daily with a 20% no-show rate while collaborating with physicians, advanced practice providers, licensed vocational nurses, medical assistants, and registered nurses to ensure optimal patient outcomes within the FQHC healthcare delivery framework.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 24-25
• Support staff: physicians, advanced practice providers, licensed vocational nurses, medical assistants, and registered nurses
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes