NURSE PRACTITIONER - PRIMARY CARE

Description

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital / Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)

Job Code: 530

Hours: 0800-1700

FTE: 1.0 (40 hours/week)

Weekend Schedule: N/A

Holiday Schedule: N/A

Call Schedule: 1:11

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department Name: Brattleboro Family Medicine (6900)

Location: Brattleboro, Vermont

JOB SUMMARY:

In an outpatient setting, the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse / Nurse Practitioner (APRN / NP) independently performs medical acts in alignment with APRN/NP licensure standards. The role involves providing comprehensive nursing and medical services to individuals, families, and groups, with a strong focus on health promotion and disease prevention.

The APRN/NP provides leadership/consultation and collaborates with patients, families, nurses, and other healthcare providers to optimize patient care outcomes. The role also includes identifying and addressing specialized teaching and learning needs of patients and families, ensuring they receive the education necessary for informed health decisions.

The APRN/NP is responsible for maintaining a safe and efficient environment for both patients and staff, executing daily operations in a cost-effective manner. Additionally, the APRN/NP is committed to ongoing personal and professional development, actively identifying learning needs and setting goals to achieve continuous growth.

DEPT. SCOPE OF SERVICE:

 The BMH Medical Group provides medical services in various specialties and offices including family practice, pediatrics, ob/gyn, cardiology, orthopedics, post-acute care, urology and general surgery. The practices are staffed by physicians and other licensed providers who are supported by clinical staff (LPNs or medical assistants) and clerical staff (patient service representatives, transcriptionists, pre-loaders). Hours vary by practice but are generally 8:00 – 5:00. 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: 

• Master's degree from an accredited adult nurse practitioner program. 

Experience: 

• Leading to certification in Adult, Family or Pediatric practice.
• Two years of nursing experience prior to advanced degree preferred.

Licensure/Certification:  

• Current licensure as an APRN by the State of Vermont.
• Certification as an adult, family, or pediatric nurse practitioner by a national organization, which is recognized by the Vermont State Board of Nursing preferred.
• Qualified to be credentialed by the BMH Medical Staff.
• Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
• DEA license.

EEO/ADA Statement

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.

Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155

In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.