Nurse Practitioner (NP) - PT

STGi is currently seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide services at our Community Based Outpatient Clinic. JOB SUMMARY: The general duty of the Nurse Practitioner is to provide professional clinical services under the direction of the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) Primary Care Provider (PCP). The Nurse Practitioner is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse who provides a wide range of health services, including urgent and emergent evaluation of episodic and chronic problems; and comprehensive, integrated primary health care which addresses a majority of the client's health care needs on an ongoing basis. The Nurse Practitioner is knowledgeable in the assessment, treatment and evaluation of a comprehensive range of health care problems; emergency measures; preventive health; prescribing medications and other treatments; ordering, conducting, interpreting laboratory, diagnostic studies and procedures; and patient and family education utilizing community, social, and health resources. The Nurse Practitioner maintains knowledge of current practice, acts as role model and mentor to other APRNs, acts as client advocate, and participates in professional activities at local and state level. These duties include: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: u2022 Provides primary and preventive medical care to meet the needs (physical, mental, and emotional) of patients under a limited scope of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes and within his/her skills and training. u2022 Provides medical patient care to the scope and standards of practice established by a nationally recognized credentialing organization representing Nurse Practitioners. u2022 Functions within the scope of practice of the state Nurse Practice Act (NPA), the Joint Commission standards, the VA Medical Center guidelines, and Officer of the Inspector General. u2022 Works closely with the Patient Aliened Care Team (PACT) and extended support staff including daily huddles with the team. u2022 Emphasizes wellness, prevention, and early detection. u2022 Supervises support staff in delivery of care to patients. u2022 Maintains universal precautions and infection control practices. u2022 Provides smooth and timely flow of patients in accordance with the Veteran Administration's (VA) access standards and triage protocol. u2022 Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and assisting during respiratory and cardiac arrest procedures. u2022 Investigates health problems or health needs by gathering and assessing historical information. u2022 Performs a physical examination appropriate to the patient's history. u2022 Diagnoses health problems based on interpretation of the patient's history, physical exam findings, and diagnostic test results. u2022 Develops a treatment plan, tailored to the patient's needs, which includes health education, pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment. u2022 Prescribes medications, as appropriate. u2022 Evaluates the results of the treatment plan, modifying the plan as needed to achieve the treatment goals. u2022 Makes referrals for specialty evaluation or treatment. u2022 Directs and coordinates the provision of health care services for patients in primary care, i.e., walk in patients. u2022 Provides a model for clinical practice within the clinic setting. u2022 Sets up and operates therapeutic and emergency equipment, including monitor, electrocardiogram (EKG), oxygen, automatic electronic defibrillator (AED) and portable suction. u2022 Obtains patient history on new and follow-up and record appropriate findings according to VA standards. u2022 Performs initial and periodic physical examinations within limits of privileges and record findings. u2022 Orders diagnostic tests according to the chief complaint, physical and emotional/mental findings and symptoms. u2022 Demonstrates the knowledge of pharmacology. u2022 Prescribes and administers medication within limits of privileges and state and federal regulations. u2022 Recommends and follows up on laboratory tests and specialized diagnostic procedures, as deemed necessary. u2022 Documents all pertinent patient information in the medical records and Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture (VISTA) to demonstrate quality care delivery and promote continuity of care. u2022 Keeps the VISTA clinic reminder tracking system current for each enrolled patient. u2022 Closes patient charts within 24-72 hours of encounter and places Return to Clinic (RTC) orders promptly. u2022 Assists in scheduling patients for initial and follow-up appointments in accordance with the VA's access standards and the patient's medical necessity. u2022 Keeps patients informed of their plan of care, including lab and diagnostic test results as needed. u2022 Provides health educational materials, resources and education to patients and their families for informational purposes and in accordance to their need and learning capacity. u2022 Assists the Registered Nurse to ensure all patient information on electronic encounter documentation is complete and accurate. u2022 Complies with all federal, state, local, Joint Commission, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Veteran Affairs, and Subcontractor safety and operational regulations, directives and standards. u2022 Participates in the ongoing Performance Improvement Program between the VAMC and STGi Performance Excellence program including regularly scheduled peer reviews. u2022 Ensures that all required reports and clinical information is completed in an accurate, timely and complete fashion. u2022 Participates in staff development programs. u2022 Maintains confidentiality of all information and supporting patients' privacy, rights, and safety. u2022 Aids in management/coordination of the CBOC's day-to-day activity. u2022 Performs other clinical duties assigned within limits of privileges. Required Skills REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: u2022 Three years of clinical nursing experience is required. Minimum of one-year clinical experience as an APRN is required (three years preferred). u2022 Experience in outpatient care in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine environment is preferred. u2022 APRN must have a current and unrestricted DEA License (APRN will be required to obtain and maintain a Scope of Practice/Collaborative Agreement with a state licensed physician prior to delivery of health care). u2022 Current and unrestricted South Dakota license. Must comply will all state requirements and regulations. u2022 Possess Basic Life Support (BLS)/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification from American Heart Association (AHA) or the Military Training Network (MTN). u2022 Prescriptive authority in accordance with state rules and regulations. u2022 Ability to set realistic, measurable education goals for patients, taking into consideration patient/family needs, level of understanding, and available local resources. u2022 Ability to develop and provide individualized and group counseling, guidance, and health instruction with a focus on disease prevention and health maintenance. u2022 Experience with safe and reasonable practices regarding opioid medications for chronic pain. u2022 Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Software and excellent computer maneuverability. u2022 Must have exceptional diplomatic communication skills and experience in handling difficult customer situations. u2022 Must be detail oriented and have the ability to multi-task. Required Experience REQUIRED EDUCATION: u2022 Must possess a master's degree in nursing from an NLNAC or CCNE accredited nursing program. u2022 Must maintain a full and current certification as a Nurse Practitioner from the American Nurses Association (ANA). u2022 Must have ANA certification as a Nurse Practitioner in either Adult Health or Family Practice. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: u2022 Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day. u2022 Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. u2022 Required to respond to any medical emergency within the clinic, where a fast walk or job may be necessary to provide assistance. DISCLAIMER The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. STGi is a workforce solutions company providing comprehensive healthcare delivery, Head Start and management consulting services and human capital solutions help our clients. Our services and solutions help our clients sustain and enhance their operations to better accomplish their mission. STGi is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. 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Created: 2025-12-05