Nurse Practitioner- Primary Care - Bath

MaineHealth
parental leave
United States, Maine, Brunswick
May 02, 2024
Summary Position Summary Responsible for providing primary care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating and educating patients. Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Education: Master's degree with an advanced knowledge of nursing theory and practice, and additional medical training. License/Certifications: Current and valid license as a Nurse Practitioner by the Maine State Board of Nursing. Current BLS certification Experience: Minimum three years of professional nursing experience. Two years of Nurse Practitioner experience preferred but not required. Knowledge of advanced practice of nursing, professional nursing theory, practices and regulations related to evaluating and providing patient care, and professional ethics related to the delivery of nursing care. Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status, including state of wellness and compliance with care recommendations. Skill in case management, time management, problem solving, crisis intervention, multitasking and other organizational matters. Ability to make responsible decisions within scope of NP Practice. * Ability to educate patients, families, and staff in user-friendly manner. Strong computer skills with skill in using computerized health information management system. Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, clinical staff and the public. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.