Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner / General Practice - Norman, OK (#R10173)

Location: Norman, OK
Employment Type: Contract
Hourly Rate: $80/hr

About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.

Position Overview

We seek an experienced Nurse Practitioner for a primary care role in a government-owned facility in Oklahoma. Nurse Practitioner serves as an advanced practice provider delivering high-level, patient-centered care to diverse populations within Oklahoma’s state agencies and facilities. Operating with a significant degree of autonomy, the NP is responsible for comprehensive health assessments, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic illnesses. The NP formulates and implements treatment plans, prescribes medications, and orders diagnostic tests within the scope of Oklahoma law. This role collaborates closely with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity and quality of care. The NP also provides patient and family education, promotes preventive care, and may participate in policy development, quality improvement initiatives, and staff mentoring. The position requires advanced clinical judgment, adaptability to a variety of clinical settings, and a commitment to evidence-based practice and regulatory compliance. Assignments are temporary and may vary in location, shift, and duration based on agency needs.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient histories, physical examinations, and health assessments.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions within the NP’s scope of practice.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications, therapeutic interventions, and order/interpret diagnostic tests.
• Provide patient and family education on disease management, health promotion, and preventive care.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Document all patient encounters, assessments, and interventions in the medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement, risk management, and policy development activities as required.
• Mentor and educate nursing and support staff as appropriate.
• Respond to emergencies and provide urgent care interventions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, facility policies, and best practice standards.

Qualifications

• Education: MSN or DNP from an accredited NP program.
• Requirement:
• Valid and unrestricted Oklahoma Nurse Practitioner license and national certification (e.g., ANCC, AANP)
• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program (MSN or DNP)
• Current BLS/CPR certification; additional certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS) may be required per assignment
• Experience requirements as specified by the facility
• Resume
• 2 Professional References
• Copies of Professional/Clinical State License/Registration
• Copies of Identification/Work Authorization
• Willing to provide consent for a Criminal Background Check
• Willing to undergo Drug Screen/Urine Toxicology test
• Experience: Meets facility requirements (minimum 1-2 years primary care preferred).
• Technical Skills: EHR mastery, diagnostic interpretation, clinical procedures.
• Skills:
• Advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in electronic health records and clinical documentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Leadership, mentorship, and patient education skills.
• Adaptability to various clinical environments and patient populations.
• Commitment to ethical practice, regulatory compliance, and continuous professional development.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: $80/hr.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Sick days
• Work Schedule: As assigned by the requesting facility, may include weekdays, weekends, holidays, and variable shifts.
• Shift Hours: Determined by facility, may include day, evening, night, or rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and variable shifts.
• Professional Growth: Career advancement pathways.
• Impactful Work: Serve diverse communities in public health settings.