Nurse Paractitioner

Company: The Gay & Lesbian Community Center of Southern Nev
Location: Las Vegas
Posted on: March 21, 2025

Job Description:

Position Summary:

The nurse practitioner will have a key role in the success of the Arlene Cooper Community Clinic by providing general and preventative care, conducting check-ups, treating illnesses, ordering lab tests and prescribing medication for the LGBTQIA+ and general community. With a focus on sexually transmitted infections, HIV, PrEP and PEP, the nurse practitioner will work with a clinical staff to create and maintain a full-service clinic for the community.

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Qualifications:


Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
The employee shall meet the requirements of the Nevada State Board of Nursing and be licensed to practice medicine without restrictions within the State of Nevada.
Valid DEA number and authority to prescribe under the Nevada State Board of Nursing prescribing privileges.


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Key Responsibilities


Rapidly formulate a differential diagnosis from assessments conducted within the clinic setting.
Performs medical procedures according to privileges issued.
Interview patients to obtain history, perform physical examinations, order lab and other tests, prescribe medications and treatments.
Develop and implement treatment plans for patients.
Provide health maintenance visits, evaluate for immunizations, and provide anticipatory guidance and referrals; perform contract and special physical examinations including STI (sexually transmitted infection), HIV, PEP and PrEP planning, screening, and education.
Document and code all patient contact accurately and legibly in the medical record.
Collaborate with clinical team to develop clinical practice guidelines.
Coordinate care for patients and provide continuity in managed care for patients with pre-existing long-term problems.
Establish positive relationships with local medical community and attend local medical society functions.
Make referrals for secondary and tertiary care.
Promote and enhance a work environment that is gender diverse, culturally affirming, and non-stigmatizing.
Must be able to work weekends, evenings, and have reliable transportation.


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Other Duties:


Performs other duties as assigned.
Performs as an active member of the medical team.
Exposure to patients with potential infectious diseases.
Manual dexterity and ability to lift up to 25 pounds without restrictions.


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Licensure and/or Certification:


Current licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse as identified in qualifications above including a valid DEA number.
Current CPR certification
Valid Nevada Driver's License
Must be able to meet and maintain current credentialing and privilege requirements







Skills:


Proficiency in providing excellent customer service and support; organizing and prioritizing workload and meeting deadlines; and excellent written and verbal communication.
Ability to interact effectively and professionally with persons from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, education, racial, ethnic and professional backgrounds.
Work effectively with managers, co-workers, members of the public and professional groups.
Ability to communicate effectively, clearly, concisely with others (internal and external customers, both verbally and in writing), consistently demonstrate positive/proactive customer service attitude. Consistently maintains ethical behaviors exemplary of quality public service and fair standards, inclusively, among all employees and members of the public.
Collaborate and work as an effective team member; function independently, exercise sound judgment and initiative; be flexible to shift priorities; maintain confidentiality; establish and maintain effective interpersonal work relationships, effectively assist providers; work toward goals and objectives of draft priorities.
Ability to receive constructive feedback including evaluation of provider's productivity and practice attributes


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The Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. People of color, people with disabilities, women, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender non-conforming and queer candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to a diverse workplace, and to supporting our staff with ongoing career development opportunities.

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Additional Information:



Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000

FLSA: Salary Exempt

Position Type: Full-time

Hours: 4-10s

Days: TBD

















Compensation details: 110000-130000PI644f883d371e-25660-37094282

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