Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care

Mercy Care has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner to join an exceptional team providing care for the underserved population in downtown Atlanta, Georgia.

This position delivers primary care services under medical protocol to target population. This position examines, makes diagnoses, dispenses medication, and makes referrals as appropriate. The Nurse Practitioner coordinates care with other health and social services professionals to ensure comprehensive care for the patient. Consult with medical director as needed. They can use the medical director prescription privileges only after consulting and being approved by her or his designed.

The Primary Care Nurse Practitioner will be assigned to provide care to HIV clients following training provided by Mercy Care. The practitioner will serve on committees at the request of SJMCS and remains current in the field. Participates in health fairs or community events on weekends as requested 3-4 times a year.

Provides patient care appropriate to ages served; primarily adults ages 18-65 or geriatric patients ages over 65.  May also include care for infant age 0-1-year, child ages 1-12 years or adolescent ages 13-17 years.

Flexible work schedules! Clinic hours are 7:00 am - 5:00 pm. Some weekend health events may be required. No nights required.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduation from an NLN approved MSN Nurse Practitioner program in the appropriate specialty.
• Certification as a practitioner, OR graduation from a certified Nurse Practitioner program and three years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Georgia RN license required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Two or more years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner required.
• Must have experience working in a primary care/clinical/urgent care/emergency room/trauma environment.
• Work experience with and/or sensitivity to target population preferred.
• Prefer Bilingual candidates (Spanish) but not required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to diagnose and treat patients in health and illness using health promotion, disease prevention, and therapeutic interventions.
• Knowledge of health problems, issues, and needs of the specific target populations.
• Knowledge of Nurse Practitioner scope of practice in Georgia.
• The Nurse Practitioner stays current in the field and engages in continuing education for skill building and licensure.

This is an excellent opportunity for the right Nurse Practitioner physician to provide care in an underserved community. 

RECRUITMENT PACKAGE

A competitive compensation package is being offered including:

• Benefits offered to colleagues working 20 hours or more - effective the first day of work.
• Short and Long-term disability and basis life insurance, paid for by the organization.
• Tuition Reimbursement eligibility after 6 months with the organization. 
• We are a National Health Service Corps site with the highest HPSA score; you can apply to NHSC which will aid with student loans.