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Nurse Practitioner

Cherokee Federal, San Jose, CA, United States


Eligibility
U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents only. Documentation proving citizenship or permanent residency is required for qualification.

Overview
Seeking a highly skilled Nurse Practitioner to provide clinical care, health assessments, and electronic health record management for military applicants seeking to serve in the Armed Forces. Prior experience in a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) facility or military healthcare environment is preferred. Public Trust/NACI clearance is required.

Work Environment
On-site duties at one of the MEPS locations.

Compensation & Benefits
Estimated Starting Salary: $120k - $130k (commensurate with experience). Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(K), and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Responsibilities

Conduct medical histories and physical examinations for military applicants to assess service eligibility, ensuring compliance with U.S. Armed Forces medical standards.

Review medical documentation, test results, and medical histories to determine applicants’ medical qualifications.

Lead mental health and general health assessments, coordinating with specialists for additional consultations as needed.

Apply military medical accession standards to evaluate applicants and recommend additional medical evaluations if necessary.

Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and other privacy regulations.

Utilize the MHS Genesis Electronic Health Record system to document medical histories, physical exams, and consultations accurately and in compliance with regulations.

Participate in peer reviews and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Ensure all medical documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with regulations.

Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare providers and military personnel, for smooth operations and patient care.

Assist with risk management and contribute to improving the efficiency of medical processing workflows.

Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Master’s or Doctoral Degree in Nurse Practitioner program, accredited by ANCC or ANPCP.

Board certified in one of the following: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP), Adult‑Gerontology NP or Acute Care NP.

Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in any of the 50 states or U.S. territories.

Minimum of one (1) year post‑graduate experience in direct patient care within the last three years.

Experience in MEPS facilities preferred; familiarity with military medical standards and documentation systems a plus.

Strong clinical judgment, decision‑making skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in fast‑paced environments.

Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Must pass pre‑employment qualifications for relevant government clearance and health standards.

Proficiency in EHR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner) is a plus.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross required.

Must have a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner.

Must pass the pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Legal Disclaimer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass the pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

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