Nurse Practitioner - Occupational Health - 4886

We have a new opening for a full time NP at Barksdale AFB in Bossier City, Louisiana. 

Core Duties: The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) works as an independent health care provider of a primary care team. The practitioner is self-directed and has a high level of independence. The FNP may have a defined enrolled population of adult and geriatric patients aged 18 years and older, uses the results of health assessment tools and data to assist patients in obtaining an appropriate level of care and resources. As a member of the Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) Care Team, coordinates patient care through a continuum facilitating the achievement of optimal outcomes in clinical, quality and cost-effectiveness arenas. Provides direct clinical care to patients requiring the intervention of a mid-level provider and providing patient education and medication guidance as needed to patients. Uses population health guidelines to ensure patients receive appropriate clinical preventive services. Reviews diagnosis and medical records for active-duty members to determine pre-deployment and post deployment fitness and health concerns. Evaluates and responds to telephone consultations/MHS Genesis In-Between encounters from patients and other staff members. Provides risk factor counseling and preventive services. Prioritizes identified risk factors and triages/refers patients to Specialty Services, Health and Wellness Center (HAWC), or other prevention programs as appropriate. Uses and develops protocols in conjunction with existing clinical guidelines. Develops tools, monitors metrics to evaluate and continuously improve the effectiveness of programs and the health of the defined population. Knows scope of practice for support staff and offers opportunities for their personal and professional development. Guides support staff in gaining breadth and depth of experience in order to enhance delivery of patient care.

• Conduct medical assessments to determine deployment status in a private setting.
• Conduct pre-deployment review of health record for any conditions that may impact deployment status.
• Review the Electronic Health Record (EHR) to identify current prescribed medications and discuss current use of over-the-counter medications and supplements with the patient.
• Verify all medications are compatible with Area of Responsibility (AOR) restrictions; initiate waivers as applicable and notify Public Health and Deployment Waiver Manager.
• Provide health education and information and recommend medical referrals/follow-up for deployment-related health concerns as indicated and/or aligned with appropriate Clinic Practice Guidelines (CPGs).
• A complete and legible copy of DRHAs 1-5 must be documented in the deployer’s EHR.
• Ensure Service Members have access to comprehensive counseling on the full range of methods for contraception, pregnancy, pregnancy prevention and menstrual suppression, as applicable and directed by DHA-PI and prescribe specific deployment medications as indicated by Public Health and deployment location.
• Make deployment determination and indicate clearance status in the ASIMS DMC module. Update ASIMS DD Form 2766 IAW AFMAN 41-210.
• Coordinate referrals with deployer’s PCM via T-CON, as applicable. In most cases a referral to the Internal Behavioral Health Consultant (IBHC) in Primary Care is appropriate for an initial referral for mental health care (where the Behavioral Health Optimization Program [BHOP] is available).
• Complete the Health-Care Provider portion of the medical waiver packages for deployment limiting conditions, as directed by BOMC standard work process.
• Capture active component DRHA workload using the provider’s Medical Expense and Performance Reporting System code.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 9 hours between 7:00am and 5:00pm, including a one hour lunch

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Master in Nursing from accredited program (ACEN or CCNE)
Experience: Minimum 1 year of recent post-grad NP clinical experience

Licensure: Active, unrestricted license as an NP in any state

Board Certification: ANCC or AANP for Nurse Practitioner

Life Support Certification: Maintain current BLS Healthcare Provider certification from AHA or ARC.

Security: Must possess ability to pass a Government background check/security clearance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. All applicants selected for employment are required to submit to a background check and pre-employment drug test. 

Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits:

• Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Plus 11 Paid Federal Holidays

• Medical/Dental/Vision, STD/LTD/Life, Health Savings Account available, and more
• Annual CME Stipend and License/Certification Reimbursement
• Matching 401K

Base salary: $50.00 - $58.00/hr depending on experience