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

This northern California region offers diverse attractions including scenic drives through state parks, unique experiences like the Skunk Train and Glass Beach, and boat tours around Golden Gate Bay with views of Alcatraz Island. The area features wine country escapes to Sonoma and Napa valleys, helicopter tours over Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay, and various entertainment venues including theme parks and museums. Visitors can explore redwood forests, enjoy gourmet dining experiences, and take advantage of water-based activities with informative commentary about local landmarks.

About the clinician's workday

The NP 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 clinicians, licensed vocational nurses, medical assistants, and registered nurses to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 24-25
• Support staff: MD, APP, MA, LVN, RN
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes