Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Primarily responsible for providing comprehensive primary health care services through the identification, management and/or referral of the health problems and promotion. Will perform assignments which can vary from routine to exceptional in nature and are carried out with minimal guidance in accordance with clinic office practices and procedures. Will comply with organization and department policies.

EXPECTATIONS

Every Adelante employee will strive to maximize their performance and contribution to Adelante Healthcare and the community we serve every day. Employees are expected to work in a manner that demonstrates a commitment to quality, patient safety, employee engagement, innovation, and the highest standards of personal integrity, professionalism and competence.

OUR CORE VALUES

• Compassion
• Excellence
• Integrity
• Learning
• Respect
• Sustainability

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate from an approved Nurse Practitioner school
• Nurse Practitioner certificate issued by the Arizona Board of Nursing

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Adelante Healthcare

Adult Nurse Practitioner Job Description

Last revised: April 2022

• Valid Arizona Registered Nurse license
• Valid Arizona Advanced Practice license
• Valid DEA certificate
• Current BLS
• Experience treating adults with chronic and acute conditions
• Demonstrated understanding of clinical methods and techniques
• Ability to meet and deal effectively with clients, associates, and the general public
• Basic business English, spelling, and punctuation skills
• Basic computer efficiency
• Commitment to Adelante Healthcare mission, vision, and values
• Competency in dealing with people of various cultures and social status
• Certification to perform cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Health Care

Professional (CPR) and AED through courses that follow the guidelines from the American Heart Association and Red Cross (cognitive and skills evaluations)

• Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona

Department of Public Safety for all specialty behavioral health locations

NONESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of experience in community health

Bilingual - English/Spanish

Electronic Health Records

The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job related selection or promotional criteria.

POSITION REPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL

Health Care Delivery

• Reports to the Regional Medical Director
• Provide high quality health care services including the following: o Accessible and available health services to patients for which the

Provider is credentialed and privileged.

Education of and effective communication with those served concerning the diagnosis and treatment of their medical conditions, appropriate preventive measures, and use of the health care system

Treatment that is consistent with clinical impressions and working diagnoses

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Adelante Healthcare

Adult Nurse Practitioner Job Description

Last revised: April 2022

Appropriate, accurate and complete electronic medical record entries, in a timely manner

Adequate and appropriate transfer of information for continuity of care

Evaluate patients in a timely, courteous, and professional manner

Completes all required documentation for billing of services provided

• Promote and demonstrate good customer service to both external and internal customers
• Consult, refer, and collaborate with other disciplines involved in the delivery of total patient care
• Advise management on performance deficiencies of medical auxiliary personnel (incl. M.A.s)
• Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to interpret licensing standards for

Advanced Practitioner practice (scope of practice)

• Assume the role and duties of other clinical personnel, as necessary
• Rotate call for emergencies in the evenings and on weekends and holidays, as assigned
• Attend continuing medical education (CME) programs as paid for by

Adelante Healthcare and if required to maintain licensure. Maintain credentialing and privileging in good standing

Quality Management/Risk Management

Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional growth by involvement in quality improvement programs and the participation in peer review, medical record audits, continuing education, and the review of protocols and procedures

Review results of utilization and quality monitoring and participate in the analysis of services

Communicate necessary information to the Regional Medical Director concerning operations and suggestions for improvement

Be knowledgeable and adhere to all policies and procedures related to client services

Assure compliance with rules and regulations as set forth by the Department of Health and Human Services and other contracted health care plans

Community Relations

Represent Adelante Healthcare (AHC) if requested in groups addressing the health care needs of the community

Participate in the planning and development of new programs and services by identifying specific community health needs and programs to meet those needs

Assist individuals and the community to assume responsibility for the

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Adelante Healthcare

Adult Nurse Practitioner Job Description

Last revised: April 2022 prevention of illness and the promotion, maintenance and restoration of health services, as requested

Understand your role in the Disaster Plan and that safety is a condition of employment

Participate in other activities such as health fairs, classes, and community events

Professional Networking

Attend monthly provider meetings and combined staff meetings

Participate and complete all required training

Demonstrate skills and behaviors consistent with Language of Caring

Contribute to the training and proficiencies of clinical personnel, including medical students, in a culturally competent capacity. Work with the staff in a positive and constructive manner

Promote collegial relationships with other clinical staff and providers in the community

Provide coverage for other Adelante sites, when necessary

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

Perform other duties as requested or assigned by the Regional Medical Director or Chief Medical Officer

PCMH

All employees are responsible for promoting and participating in interdisciplinary communication and collaboration to enhance the delivery of quality across the health care system. Employees should maintain an environment which supports and engages patients and co-workers in a caring team based model to promote wellness and improve health outcomes.

Adherence to Compliance and Code of Conduct including its Compliance Program and Standards of Conduct, policies and compliance requirements. Such compliance will be an element considered as part of the regular performance evaluation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the

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Adelante Healthcare

Adult Nurse Practitioner Job Description

Last revised: April 2022 essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit for long periods of time, is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb steps/stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; smell; manage stress as it relates to essential job functions. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without assistance, and may occasionally be required to lift or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time when traveling to various clinic sites. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee may be subject to health hazards (contagious diseases, blood borne pathogens, etc.) when working in the clinic area.

Job-related Information Check a Response

Safety Sensitive Position ☒Yes or ☐No

Merit Increase Eligible ☐Yes or ☒No

Telework Eligible ☐Yes or ☒No

CPR/BLS Required ☒Yes or ☐No

Level One Fingerprint Clearance Required ☐Yes or ☒No

Level One Fingerprint Clearance Required ☒Yes or ☐No

Specialty Behavioral Health Location

Annual Fitness for Duty Required ☒Yes or ☐No

Fit Test Required ☒Yes or ☐No

Credentialing Required ☒Yes or ☐No

Use of Adelante Healthcare Vehicles ☐Yes or ☒No

In any organization or job, changes take place over time. Although an effort will be made to keep job-related information current, this is not an all-inclusive list of job responsibilities. Adelante Healthcare, Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the business need arises. In compliance with EEOC

29 CFR part 1630, if the essential functions of this position cannot be performed in a satisfactory manner by the employee, further accommodations shall be made if it does not constitute undue hardships upon this organization.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan repayment program
• Malpractice insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Primary Care

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

Weekly schedule:

• 4x10

Work setting:

• Clinic
• Outpatient

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Goodyear, AZ 85395: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Nurse Practitioner (Required)

Work Location: In person

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