Family Practice/Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Company: Aya Locums
Location: Boston
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

General Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medications and manage chronic conditions.
• Provide patient education and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices.
• Perform procedures as permitted by state regulations and NP specialty.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care.
• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly.Skills:
  • Strong clinical knowledge and assessment skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients.
  • Proficiency in performing physical examinations and procedures relevant to their specialty.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to diagnose and manage complex medical conditions.
  • Time management skills to efficiently manage a patient workload.
  • Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a healthcare team.Minimum Education Requirements:
    • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree focused on an NP specialty (e.g., family practice, adult-gerontology, pediatrics).License & Certifications:
      • Active and unencumbered advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license in Massachusetts.
      • National certification as an NP in a relevant specialty area by a recognized certifying body (e.g., American Academy of Nurse Practitioners AANP ).Experience:
        • While specific requirements may vary, most locum NP positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience in a clinical setting relevant to their specialty.Additional Notes:
          • Locum tenens NP positions are temporary assignments, often lasting weeks or months, to fill staffing gaps in healthcare facilities.
          • These positions offer competitive pay and flexible schedules, allowing NPs to pursue diverse work environments and control their workload.With Aya Locums, you get:
            • Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems in diverse care settings.
            • Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay.
            • Dedicated application and assignment support.
            • In-house credentialing and licensing teams.
            • Travel and lodging coverage.
            • Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents.
            • Malpractice coverage and risk management supp

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