Education:
- Active State nursing license as an APP / DNP / NP / PA focused on Family Medicine, who is experienced and trained in working in Primary Care.
- Certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center including maintenance requirements and DEA certification.
Experience:
- Three years of clinical experience with primary care.
- Experience using an electronic health record (EPIC preferred).
- Experience serving communities of color and immigrant populations preferred.
- Experience with community health clinic, community mental health or homeless and special needs populations preferred.
- Leadership experience preferred.
Specialized Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Sufficient computer skills to complete documentation in an electronic medical records system in a timely manner
- Provide care in a setting consistent with the principles of collaborative care informed by stages of change models
Other:
Ability to perform CPR, First Aid, and properly use AED equipment. CPR/ First Aid certifications are required and must remain current.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a typical clinical setting. As such, the setting is not secure, and the LMP will be responsible for creating a safe environment within the area. In some cases, safety personnel may be available to assist with this goal. Primary care providers will be provided the appropriate tools with which to meet the requirements of their work (e.g.- computer, printer, scale, medical equipment and supplies, etc.). Meal periods and breaks are subject to interruption. Universal Precautions and remaining alert to the environment are critical to address the potential for violent behavior, exposure to disease, biohazards, noise and contaminants.
Mental Demands:
The APP / DNP / NP / PA must be able to handle a variable workflow, manage time effectively, prioritize activities, and help primary care staff with whatever tasks are necessary to establish this new primary care capacity. The work assigned is diverse and involves addressing new and unusual circumstances in which outcomes may negatively affect costs, employee morale or clients. The work regularly involves a degree of unpredictability and disruption of planned tasks requiring a flexible time management approach.
Physical Demands:
The APP / DNP / NP / PA must have the ability to assist the team in providing safety to all clients and staff in potentially volatile situations. The APP / DNP / NP / PA must be able to escort clients between waiting areas and their meeting space, before and after the encounter.
Cascadia is an Equal Opportunity. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 503.963.7654 or peopleandculture@cascadiahealth.org
This position is represented by a labor union.