THE POSITION: Under the supervision of a physician and following written guidelines of protocol, the incumbent will perform medical examinations, selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks, and other special procedures to assist in the delivery of primary care to patients of the Ventura County Health Care Agency - Ambulatory Care.
Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is distinguished from other nursing classes in that incumbents perform specialized examinations of patients, make basic diagnoses, and decide on a treatment plan as allowable under a State of California Nurse Practitioner License.
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
- Provides complete, comprehensive, family-oriented, culturally-sensitive clinical care for patients throughout the life cycle. This includes obtaining medical histories, performing physical examinations, making diagnoses, and treating patients;
- Prescribes medications and treatment, monitors patients’ progress, and adapts treatment as required;
- Inoculates and vaccinates patients to immunize patients from communicable diseases;
- Advises patients concerning evidence-based lifestyle changes that improve patient health and works with patients to develop self-management goals;
- Coordinates with care team to provide high-quality patient care and ensure patient treatment goals are met;
- Ability to work with high volume of patients, internal/external customers, and appropriately manage frequent changes, delay or unexpected events;
- Follows workflows that support quality improvement efforts and increase patient access;
- Explains in appropriate verbal and written language the care plan and any procedures;
- Advises nursing and related personnel as to the administration of medication and treatment; writes orders;
- Gives or determines the need for medical tests, orders laboratory tests as necessary; interprets medical tests;
- Consults with physicians and providers, referring patients to specialists when necessary, and working with other healthcare staff, such as nurses, assistants, and physicians;
- Keeps accurate and timely medical records and charts and adheres to documentation policies. Prepares various records such as progress notes, comprehensive care plans, summaries, etc. Documents gathered information in medical record as required by policies;
- Maintains an updated problem list and medication list for all patients assigned to the provider based on available information and clinical judgment;
- Responds to portal messages and EHR inbox in a timely fashion and provides coverage for colleagues’ inboxes when they are not available;
- Counsels patients and families about physical, medical, and mental conditions; obtains appropriate consent for treatment from patients or parent/caregiver;
- Participates in meetings, conferences, and training sessions as determined by Ambulatory Care administration;
- Follows safety protocols, including but not limited to using two patient identifiers and time-out procedures;
- Keeps all medical staff privileging requirements up-to-date, including CME requirements;
- Administers first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation in an emergency;
- Complies with medical laws (for example, HIPAA). Demonstrates knowledge of domestic violence, child and dependent abuse protocols and mandated reporting;
- May perform procedures within scope of practice;
- Performs other related duties as required.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE: Possession of a Master's or higher degree in nursing or a clinical field related to nursing, per the Business and Professions Code of California, Article 8, Section 2835.5, and six (6) months of full-time Nurse Practitioner experience (preferably in the area of clinical assignment) is required.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must possess a current valid license as a Registered Nurse;
- Must possess a Nurse Practitioner Certificate issued by the State of California Board of Registered Nursing;
- Must possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) for billing purposes;
- Must possess a DEA license number.
DESIRED:
- A Furnishing Number from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid is highly desirable.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Working knowledge of modern nursing practices and procedures; the principles, practices, and procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of common health problems related to the area of practice; provisions of the Nurse Practice Act; advanced skills and counseling/interviewing techniques; where and how to refer patients needing additional services.
Working ability to perform a thorough physical examination and to determine deviations from normal; take a complete medical history, perform medical evaluations, and prescribe appropriate measures; clinically manage selected cases; maintain confidentiality of patient/client information; provide health education and counseling to patients; prepare clear and concise medical reports; work effectively with inter-professional staff in coordinating the delivery of primary health care services; and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
FINAL FILING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
To apply on-line, please refer to our web site at www.ventura.org/jobs. If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 654-5129 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009.
Note to Applicants: It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application.
APPLICATION EVALUATION – Pass/Fail: An application evaluation will be conducted to determine whether or not each applicant possesses the required licensure and certification for this recruitment. Those candidates who do will be placed on the eligible list.
Applicants successfully completing the exam process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, and driving record may be required for this position.
For further information about this recruitment, please contact Erin Niemi by e-mail at Erin.Niemi@ventura.org or by telephone at (805) 654-2568.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
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