Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care Employee Health)
Direct Jobs, Richmond, VA, United States
Summary
The Certified Nurse Practitioner practices in Employee Health to provide a full range of services emphasizing quality - timeliness - and the advancement of the Veterans Affairs (VA) mission. The NP provides advanced clinical practice - consultation - and management. The NP practices to the full extent of their education - training - and certification. Core functions are outlined in the clinical privileges that correspond with this position.
Responsibilities
Patient Care: Conduct comprehensive and focused health assessments of employees - including history-taking - physical examinations - and diagnostic testing
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic occupational illnesses and injuries
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Provide health education and counseling
Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with VA policies and state regulations
Coordinate referrals to specialty care as necessary
Health Promotion and Disease Prevention: Design and implement health promotion and disease prevention programs targeting workplace-related health issues
Conduct periodic health screenings and vaccinations in accordance with VA guidelines
Provide education on workplace safety - ergonomics - and the prevention of occupational injuries and illnesses
Case Management: Manage complex cases involving occupational injuries and illnesses - including coordination of care plans - follow-up appointments - and evaluations for return-to-work
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams - including HR, safety officers, and other healthcare providers - to ensure comprehensive employee health management
Maintain detailed and accurate medical records in accordance with VA standards and guidelines
Professional Development: Participate in continuing education opportunities to maintain current knowledge and skills relevant to the role
Attend departmental and interdisciplinary meetings to stay informed of organizational policies and practices
Mentor and provide guidance to nursing staff and other healthcare professionals within the employee health program
Administrative Duties: Assist in the development and update of policies and procedures related to employee health services
Participate in the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives
Prepare and present reports on employee health trends and program effectiveness to leadership
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to occupational health and safety
Licensure
1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory.
Benefits
VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary - regular salary increases - potential for performance awards
Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Work Schedule: 8:00am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday
Compressed/Flexible: Available
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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The Certified Nurse Practitioner practices in Employee Health to provide a full range of services emphasizing quality - timeliness - and the advancement of the Veterans Affairs (VA) mission. The NP provides advanced clinical practice - consultation - and management. The NP practices to the full extent of their education - training - and certification. Core functions are outlined in the clinical privileges that correspond with this position.
Responsibilities
Patient Care: Conduct comprehensive and focused health assessments of employees - including history-taking - physical examinations - and diagnostic testing
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic occupational illnesses and injuries
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
Provide health education and counseling
Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with VA policies and state regulations
Coordinate referrals to specialty care as necessary
Health Promotion and Disease Prevention: Design and implement health promotion and disease prevention programs targeting workplace-related health issues
Conduct periodic health screenings and vaccinations in accordance with VA guidelines
Provide education on workplace safety - ergonomics - and the prevention of occupational injuries and illnesses
Case Management: Manage complex cases involving occupational injuries and illnesses - including coordination of care plans - follow-up appointments - and evaluations for return-to-work
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams - including HR, safety officers, and other healthcare providers - to ensure comprehensive employee health management
Maintain detailed and accurate medical records in accordance with VA standards and guidelines
Professional Development: Participate in continuing education opportunities to maintain current knowledge and skills relevant to the role
Attend departmental and interdisciplinary meetings to stay informed of organizational policies and practices
Mentor and provide guidance to nursing staff and other healthcare professionals within the employee health program
Administrative Duties: Assist in the development and update of policies and procedures related to employee health services
Participate in the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives
Prepare and present reports on employee health trends and program effectiveness to leadership
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to occupational health and safety
Licensure
1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory.
Benefits
VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary - regular salary increases - potential for performance awards
Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Work Schedule: 8:00am – 4:30pm Monday – Friday
Compressed/Flexible: Available
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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