Locums Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner - Immediate Start

The Family Nurse Practitioner is responsiblefor diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions and emphasize healthpromotion and disease prevention. Their services include, but are not limitedto: ordering, conducting and interpreting diagnostic and laboratory tests;prescribing pharmacologic agents and non-pharmacologic therapies; and teachingand counseling. They practice autonomously and in collaboration with otherhealth care professionals to manage patients’ health needs. The positionreports directly to the Medical Director. 

Qualifications:

1. Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
2. Must have a permanent and unrestricted license to practice as a nurse practitioner in Arizona. 
3. Must have current board certification in family medicine and maintain certification.
4. Must have current medication dispensing license (DEA).
5. At least 3 years of experience in a family practice or comparable setting is required. Experience in a community health center setting is preferred.
6. Current ACLS certification
7. Must have a valid and unrestricted Arizona driver’s license (within 30 days of hire if applicant is from out-of-state) with no DUI/DWI or reckless driving convictions.  Must maintain a valid AZ driver license during employment.  Must be insurable by our liability auto policy.
8. Must pass a criminal background check with a Class I Fingerprint Clearance Card within the initial ninety (90) calendar days of employment.
9. Must pass a substance abuse testing upon employment and submit to a random testing during employment.
10. Must have an updated Immunization Record prior to start of employment.
11. Must have a current Tuberculosis skin test report upon employment and provide an update annually.   
12. Must have a CPR Card prior to start of employment and maintain a valid CPR card during employment.