Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Description



We are seeking a dedicated Primary Care Nurse Practitioner to join our clinical team in Ashland, Kentucky. This full-time, on-site position requires presence five days per week and offers the opportunity to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered primary care within the Hospital and Health Care industry.



As a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, you will independently assess, diagnose, and manage a diverse patient population across the lifespan. You will develop individualized treatment plans, manage chronic conditions, provide preventive care, and serve as a trusted clinical partner to patients and their families, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.



This role is ideal for a mid-to-senior level advanced practice clinician who is committed to clinical excellence, evidence-based practice, and improving health outcomes in the community.



Responsibilities





- Conduct comprehensive patient history, physical examinations, and health assessments
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic primary care conditions
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans
- Manage chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and COPD
- Prescribe medications and monitor therapeutic outcomes and side effects
- Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests and laboratory results
- Provide preventive care, health screenings, and immunization services
- Educate patients and families on disease management, lifestyle modification, and self-care
- Document all patient encounters accurately and thoroughly in the EMR system
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care
- Maintain compliance with clinical protocols, regulatory standards, and practice guidelines





Requirements





- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
- Active APRN/NP license in Kentucky
- National NP board certification (FNP or AGPCNP)
- Demonstrated expertise in primary care patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment
- Proven ability to manage chronic disease effectively
- Authority and competence in prescribing medications
- Preferred: Prior experience as a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
- Preferred: Proficiency with EMR documentation systems
- Preferred: Strong background in preventive care and health promotion
- Preferred: Effective patient education and communication skills