Meridian Health Services - Frankfort, IN
posted 19 days ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Frankfort, IN
Ambulatory Health Care Services
About the position
The Primary Care Nurse Practitioner at Meridian Health Services plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive medical care to patients in underserved communities. This position involves collaboration with a multi-disciplinary treatment team to assess and monitor both physical and mental health, ensuring a holistic approach to patient care. The role is integral to the organization's mission of integrating physical, mental, and social health to improve community health outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care using advanced scientific knowledge, nursing theory, and skills.
- Identify abnormal conditions, diagnose health problems, develop and implement treatment plans, and evaluate patient outcomes.
- Assess, collect, and perform patient/client physical examinations using a systematic approach.
- Make differential diagnoses of symptoms, functional problems, and risk behaviors.
- Integrate the unique needs of patient/client and family by developing interventions.
- Partner with patients and significant others to develop a health plan.
- Maintain timely, complete, and accurate clinical and administrative records in accordance with center policies and procedures.
- Perform all duties in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and ethical standards.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a master's degree in nursing from a Nurse Practitioner program.
- Must be eligible for, or have prescriptive authority (DEA license) under the criteria outlined by the Indiana State Board of Nursing.
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of Indiana, or eligible for Indiana licensure.
- Nurse Practitioner certification required (Family Practice, Psychiatric/Behavioral Health, and/or Pediatrics).
- Two (2) years' related experience preferred.
- Experience in community mental health or community health setting preferred.
- Valid driver's license, a driving record meeting Meridian's driving policy, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance required.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in community mental health or community health setting preferred.
Benefits
- Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
- Comprehensive Benefit Package
- 401k with Company match
- Professional development funds for Licensure and Continuing Education
- Personal Wellness and Financial Wellness Programs
- Merit based pay compensation plans
