Family Medicine NP needed in Los Angeles; Sign-on Bonus

The Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for taking history and physical for both new and established patients of all ages, order appropriate testing, order appropriate treatment, interpret labs and other diagnostic results, document in electronic medical chart, prescribe DME, prescribe medications and refills, decide on a plan of treatment with physician, and other duties as required. Must be able to multi-task, take charge and provide direction to other clinical staff. Employment of this position is through MLK Jr. Health Associates. This is NOT a hospital employment.

Essential Duties Include (but not limited to):

• Within the scope of a typical family medicine practice treats acute illnesses, manages chronic illnesses and provides comprehensive, patient-centered and science based preventive care services and health education.
• Treats acute and urgent conditions within scope of license and credentialing.
• Consults with physician supervisors regularly regarding patient care and reviews care plans as needed with consulting physician.
• Participates in Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) recognition and transformation activities.
• Assists in the development and training of clinical guidelines and procedures.
• Performs health assessments and preventative health measures within prescribed guidelines and physician instructions. 
• Does clinical procedures within the scope of training and experience, including but not limited to contraceptive implants, IUDs, skin biopsies, I and D, suturing, and joint injections.

Key Requirements:

• Masters Degree in Nursing required
• Must have current certification via American Nurses Credentialing Center (AANP) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (ANCC). Current and without restriction RN and NP license required
• Minimum of one year experience as an NP in clinical practice
• Experience as RN or NP in primary or urgent care setting
• Prescribing authority/DEA licensure in good standing 
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers from the American Heart Association
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) for Health Care Providers from the American Heart Association