Nurse Practitioner (NP)

ACHN Clinic
4431 Brookfield Corporate Drive, Unit F
Chantilly, VA 20151
(703) 542-3366 – Office
(888) 965-5824 – Fax www.achnhealth.org

Company Profile: ADAMS Compassionate Healthcare Network(ACHN) is a nonprofit free medical clinic that provides free primary and specialty care services for uninsured and low-income individuals in Northern Virginia. As our name suggests, we provide compassionate, quality healthcare to the most vulnerable of our population for free or at low cost. Our comprehensive services are made possible thanks to the dedication and time of our community health partners and volunteer network. Our innovative healthcare model is available to all low-income and uninsured individuals who qualify regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, or zip code.

We provide a wide range of patient services including primary and eye care, preventative screenings, blood work, imaging, prescriptions, and referrals. Our integrated approach also includes hot-spotting, telehealth services, care coordination, food and housing security evaluations, and preventative health education.

JOB SUMMARY: ACHN is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) who will primarily be responsible for patient care in the office and Telehealth setting. Other duties may include strategic planning, oversight of patient care, outreach, and partnership initiatives by ACHN.

DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patient Care:

• Provide care as Family Medicine Practitioner. Care will typically include but not be limited to evaluation and management of patients with acute/chronic conditions; Histories and physicals, episodic visits, and treatment plan; Prescribing of medications, ordering of diagnostic tests and medical devices; Ordering of treatments, and referrals to specialists; Counseling and coordination of care; and Office Procedures that provide treatment for acute/chronic conditions

• Provide care exclusively for uninsured, low-income patients who are fully registered and meet the clinic's eligibility criteria, in compliance with all policies and regulations.

• Interpret test results ordered by the nurse practitioner (NP) and volunteer providers (MD & NP), ensuring appropriate treatment, follow-up care, and referrals in alignment with accepted medical practices.

• Serve as the primary contact for critical labs, ensuring timely communication with patients and appropriate follow-up care

• Collects specimens and requests relevant diagnostic laboratory tests and radiological exams based on accepted standards of medical practice.

• Teaches patient skills such as breast and testicular self-exams, disease self-monitoring and health maintenance.

• Sign any orders, certifications, stamps, verifications, affidavits or endorsements as are in accordance with the license of the nurse practitioner, within the scope of practice of the patient care team physician, permitted by applicable sections of the Code of Virginia and not in conflict with federal law or regulation.

• Provide an appropriate level of care for patients in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations related to advanced practice nursing, and the rights and privileges granted through licensure by the Joint Nursing and Medical Boards of Virginia.

• Expected to order medical devices and prescribe and/or dispense medications in Schedules II – VI as needed based on professional judgement.

• Utilize professional judgment and seek consultation with an appropriate consultant should a patient’s condition be determined to fall outside of the scope of practice or if the NP determines such consultation is indicated.

• Maintains accountability for ordering, storage and issuance of medications including controlled substances according to standard medical practices and policies; and completes written and electronic orders to procure additional medication, equipment and supplies as needed.

• Supervises training for nursing students and Nurse Practitioner students from universities as authorized.

Non-Patient Care:

• Assist with oversight of patient care by other volunteer providers with recommendations to medical director/Executive director.

• Assist with outreach initiatives such as health fairs, education, etc.

• Assist with strategic planning and partnerships with outside organizations.

• Other requests made directly by the Medical director/Executive Director.

Health and Safety Compliance:

• Adhere to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines, particularly regarding infection control, proper handling of hazardous materials, and employee health.

• Comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to protect patient health information and privacy.

• Provide care only to patients who are fully registered and meet the established criteria and eligibility requirements

• Adherence to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of disease is critical.

EMPLOYMENT TIME: Part-time (M, T, W)

JOB CATEGORY: Advanced Practice Clinician

LOCATION: Chantilly VA

COMPENSATION: Commensurate with experience

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate from an approved/accredited university program for Family Nurse Practitioner and an earned master’s degree. Doctoral (DNP) degree preferred.

• Must have an autonomous license to practice and prescribe as Nurse Practitioner in VA.

• Must have 5 years of full-time equivalent experience in Family Medicine.

• Experience in the general operations of a clinic or ambulatory health services in a nonprofit setting.

• Current BLS for the Healthcare Provider. ACLS (preferred)

• Outstanding clinical and interpersonal skills are essential, along with a strong commitment to being an integral part of a cohesive and collaborative team.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ACHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

To apply: Send your resume and cover sheet to contact@achnhealth.org with the NP vacancy in the subject line.