Nurse Practitioner

Serve with Skill and Compassion Become a Primary Care Provider at Esperanza Health Center Are you a mission-driven Nurse Practitioner passionate about whole-person care? Join Esperanza Health Center and provide high-quality, Christ-centered healthcare to underserved communities in North Philadelphia. In this full-time role, you'll work as part of a dynamic care team, offering compassionate clinical care, health education, and spiritual supportbringing hope and healing to every patient encounter. Position Title: Primary Care Provider (Nurse Practitioner) Department: Clinical Services Reports To: Medical Director Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt Location: Esperanza Health Center Multi-site (North Philadelphia) Benefits: Includes paid vacation, sick and holiday leave, medical and dental coverage, CME funding and time, life and disability insurance, retirement plan Position Summary The Primary Care Provider (NP) at Esperanza Health Center provides holistic, patient-centered care rooted in Christian values. This role is responsible for timely and effective clinical care, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, spiritual outreach, and participation in organizational initiatives that promote wellness, efficiency, and patient empowerment. Key Responsibilities Clinical Excellence & Team-Based Care Arrive and start sessions on time; prepared for AM/PM patient sessions Participate in and lead daily team huddles Delegate effectively to support staff and maintain patient flow Follow up on hospital discharges, test results, referrals, and medication refills Provide efficient, high-quality patient care, completing documentation within 24 hours Engage in cost-effective, evidence-based care aligned with EHC clinical guidelines Prescribe responsibly, especially regarding controlled medications Handle patient needs efficiently during on-call periods and complete follow-up documentation Patient Engagement & Empowerment Educate and empower patients to take an active role in their own wellness Schedule follow-ups strategically for chronic condition management Set clear visit agendas and boundaries with patients Provide culturally sensitive and spiritually integrated care Encourage patient involvement in decision-making and follow-up compliance Documentation & Follow-Up Complete charting, referrals, and documentation on the day of the visit whenever possible Review labs and communications bins regularly Address refill and message requests within 2 working days Complete patient forms within 5 working days Spiritual & Holistic Care Provide spiritual care through prayer, scripture, and connection to churches when appropriate Refer patients to behavioral health or social services as needed Serve all patients with humility, love, and respectregardless of spiritual interest or beliefs Participate in daily staff devotions and contribute to the spiritual life of the team Collaboration & Culture Resolve conflicts directly and respectfully with team members Encourage team morale and model a positive, constructive attitude Train, mentor, and precept students when appropriate Suggest and support clinic-wide quality improvement efforts Participate in fundraising and community outreach events (optional) Clinical Skills & Accountability Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and stay current with care guidelines Maintain up-to-date credentials (license, DEA, CME) Seek supervision appropriately and adhere to licensing limitations Follow organizational protocols, including on spiritual care boundaries and biblical ethics Qualifications Licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP); Family Medicine preferred At least 2 years experience in primary care Demonstrated commitment to Christian values and ethical practice Passion for serving underserved populations Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills Ability to integrate faith into clinical care in a respectful, patient-centered manner Accountable to and active in a Bible-teaching church congregation COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement Esperanza Health Center requires all on-site workforce members, including employees, contractors, and volunteers, to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Exemptions for valid medical or religious reasons may be requested. Start dates may be delayed until vaccine compliance is confirmed.

Created: 2026-03-10