Nurse Practitioner

Christian Care House Calls is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to diagnose and treat health conditions, as well as promote good health practices in the assisted living, independent living and memory care communities we serve! We are a mobile practice (also offering telehealth to our patients, during the COVID-19 epidemic, and as long as the place of service waiver is in place).The job description of a nurse practitioner includes managing our patients' chronic diseases, educating patients, caregivers & family members as well as interpreting lab tests and overseeing patients’ health. You’ll be both a health practitioner and an educator, supporting disease prevention practices, disease process management and helping seniors to lead quality lives. You should have experience in one of the following Nurse Practitioner specialties: acute care or family health. Extensive clinical experience on primary care is vital. As a Nurse Practitioner, you’ll have to work closely with other healthcare professionals & non-clinical wellness coordinators, so you should have a team spirit and a positive attitude. Patience, problem-solving skills and communication ability are important. If you’re passionate about delivering medical care to seniors and want to work in a Christ centered environment, then we'd love to meet you!ResponsibilitiesExamine patients and their medical recordsOrder and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays etc.)Diagnose health conditions and illnessesPropose treatments for chronic and infectious diseasesPrescribe medicationsMaintain accurate records and schedulesInform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medicationsEducate patients, Caregivers and their family members on diseases, epidemics and preventionOversee patients’ overall healthPromote good health practicesAdvance professional knowledge and conduct researchSkillsProven experience as Nurse Practitioner in a clinic, hospital, ER or other settingExpertise in primary care, acute care and chronic care practicesKnowledge of health and patient care regulationsExcellent communication skillsStrong ethicsTeam spirit with a positive attitudePatience and cool-headednessWillingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experienceValid nurse practitioner license