What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at District Health Department #4?
- Classification: Nurse Practitioner
Non-Exempt- Union
District Health Department No. 4 is a dedicated and passionate team that provides leadership in promoting environmental and personal health through health promotion, disease detection, disease prevention, education, and regulation. Our vision is in creating a healthier community and environment for all.
Duties:
- Provide direct care and education on pregnancy and family planning methods so clients can make an informed decision.
- Engages with diverse populations, creates nursing care plans, and advocates for high-risk populations.
- Provide services in the school setting, office setting and/or via tele-health.
- Oversight and detailed work on clinical services and mentoring staff.
- Works in a culturally competence and non-judgmental manner with all clients, coworkers, peers, and supervisors.
- Works in cooperation with the Medical Director on creating, implementing, and training on policies and procedures.
- Insures program fidelity to accreditation requirements and nursing standards of care.
- Complete and maintain accurate, adequate, and timely records in computer software products such as Microsoft Office, Electronic Medical Records software, and similar products.
- Utilize effective communication and conflict resolution skills to serve clientele in a tactful, objective, respectful manner while maintaining privacy and HIPAA compliance.
- The list is not inclusive of the total scope of the job functions to be performed.
Minimum Requirements:
- Masters Degree Prepared
- Licensed in Michigan
- One year of providing community health, pediatric, Women’s Health and/or family planning services preferred.
Other Requirements:
- Valid Michigan identification and reliable means of transportation.
- Current Health Care Provider CPR.
- Attend meetings, seminars, etc. which may require overnight travel and evenings and/or weekends.
- Present during regular office hours. Not a virtual position.
- Ability to provide services to vulnerable populations in a culturally competent, inclusive, and non-judgmental manner.
Salary: Starting hourly rate of $37.34 per hour in accordance with current Union contract plus full benefit package. Wage increases to $38.44 after successful probation period.
Submit resume and cover letter if interested to Kendra Bartz, Human Resources Director at kbartz@dhd4.org. This posting will remain open until filled with preference given to those applications received by 3/22/24.
DHD No. 4
Human Resources
100 Woods Circle, Suite 200
Alpena, MI 49707
District Health Department No. 4 is an equal opportunity employer and will not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, gender, national origin, age, or marital status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37.34 - $38.44 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- Clinic
- In-person
Education:
- Master's (Required)
License/Certification:
- Nurse Practitioner License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $37 - $38
