Certified Nurse Practitioner

Jemsek Specialty Clinic is nationally recognized and growing. We're looking for a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our collaborative team. We're a team of providers dedicated to giving exceptional and holistic care to our patients who suffer from Lyme Disease.

You'll be responsible for providing high-quality care to our patients, focusing on treating and managing their complex health conditions. 

Comfortable providing treatment, patient and family education, and support both with in-person clinic patient visits as well as telehealth consults.

Patience, problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively are key.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Comprehensive Assessments: Conduct thorough patient evaluations and develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
• Prescribe Medications and Treatments: Utilize your expertise and medical critical thinking to prescribe appropriate medications and monitor patient responses to tailored treatments.
• Provide Patient Education: Educate patients on health maintenance, and management strategies to empower them to take control of their health.
• Collaborate with the Medical Team: Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the highest quality of patient care.
• Maintain Accurate Records: Keep attention to detail and be meticulous with patient records and documentation to ensure continuity in quality of care. Must complete records by recording patient examination, treatment, and test results.
• Participate in Quality Improvement: Engage in initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes and patient experience.
• Stay Current in Healthcare: Commit to continuous education and stay updated with the latest developments in the healthcare field.
• Demonstrate Empathy and Communication: Build strong relationships with patients through empathetic and effective communication.

Requirements and qualifications:

• Degree in Nursing (required)
• Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the District of Columbia (required)
• Experience in IV infusions (desirable)
• Certification in a specialized area of practice is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
• Proficiency in using electronic health records systems 

Skills

• Proven experience as Nurse Practitioner in a clinic, hospital, ER or similar settings
• Knowledge of health and patient care regulations (HIPAA)
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Team spirit with a go-getter attitude
• Strong clinical and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent problem-solving skills to address patient needs and emergencies promptly

Job Type: Full time

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Insurance: Access to health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off: Generous paid time off and holidays to ensure work-life balance.
• Retirement Plan: 401K
• Professional Development: Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

Physical setting:

• Private practice

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person