You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a qualified Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive healthcare services including physical exams, preventive health measures, and development of patient care plans. The practitioner will also prescribe treatments, manage patient records, and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct physical exams and preventive health measures per guidelines.
- Perform procedures such as injections, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
- Develop and manage patient care plans, record progress, and ensure continuity of care.
- Educate patients on treatment plans, health maintenance, and development.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests to assess clinical conditions.
- Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams for comprehensive care.
- Prescribe or recommend treatments, including medications and therapies.
- Refer patients to specialists as needed.
- Maintain and update patient health records accurately.
- Educate and coach nursing staff on best practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Maintains state RN and Nurse Practitioner licenses/certificates to practice.
- Maintains State Prescriptive Authority (if applicable).
- Federal DEA license (matching each state of practice as applicable).
- State Narcotic/Controlled Substance license if required.
- Current national certification (ANCC or AANP required).
- Master’s Degree in Science of Nursing.
- Current certification with hands-on training in AHA, ARC or equivalent Basic Life Support for health care providers; Advanced Cardiac Life Support may be required.
Skills
Additional Requirements
Monday-Friday: 8am-4pm
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
