Family NursePractitioner
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$58 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Gila Bend, Arizona |
About this job
Job Description
Family Nurse Practitioner – Southwest Arizona
Experience the best of rural healthcare and desert living just outside the Phoenix metro area in Gila Bend, AZ. This full-time Family Nurse Practitioner opportunity offers you the chance to make a direct impact in a community-focused health center while enjoying the serenity of small-town life and the proximity to big-city amenities. You'll join a mission-driven organization deeply committed to accessible, inclusive, and culturally responsive care for all.
Job Responsibilities
As a Family Nurse Practitioner in this role, you will:
- Provide comprehensive primary care services including preventative care, acute and chronic disease management, and patient education
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients independently in a clinic setting
- Utilize an integrated, team-based care model in collaboration with physicians, nurses, case managers, and behavioral health staff
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, and coordinate specialty referrals when needed
- Document all patient care accurately and in a timely manner using an EHR system
- Participate in community health outreach, educational initiatives, and team-based meetings
- Support continuity of care through effective patient communication and clinical follow-ups
- Maintain compliance with Arizona licensing standards and organizational protocols
- Rotate in emergency call schedules as assigned (evenings/weekends as needed)
- Participate in quality assurance, professional development, and improvement initiatives
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
- Active Arizona Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice licenses
- National board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner
- Valid DEA license and BLS/CPR certification
- Demonstrated cultural competence and commitment to inclusive care
- Strong interpersonal, documentation, and clinical decision-making skills
- Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card (or ability to obtain)
- Valid Arizona driver’s license
- New graduates welcome to apply
Preferred Qualifications
- Two (2) years of experience in a community health or underserved setting
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Compensation & Benefits
- Full-time, exempt position with a comprehensive benefits package
- Competitive salary and eligibility for loan repayment programs
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and paid CME time
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
- Professional liability coverage
- Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
Apply Today
Join a values-driven team where your voice matters and your impact lasts. If you're passionate about providing high-quality care in a setting that values community, wellness, and equity, this is the opportunity for you.
Take the next step in your healthcare journey — apply now and help transform lives in the heart of Arizona.