NP​/PA- Community Health Center; Extended

Job Summary

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will provide high-quality primary care and support services to individuals and families within the local community. This position is a full-time, day‑shift role, covering 3‑10 hour shifts from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm. The provider will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver patient‑centered care in a community health setting.

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments, diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions, and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide preventive care services such as immunizations, screenings, and health education to promote wellness and disease prevention.
• Manage follow‑up care, coordinate referrals to specialists, and ensure continuity of care for patients.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records, adhere to clinical protocols and regulatory requirements, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with patients, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and foster trust within the community.
• Address social determinants of health by connecting patients to appropriate resources and support services.
• Coordinate care and support patients, families, and caregivers in self‑management and behavior change.
• Manage the practice’s patient population and participate in the practice’s quality improvement process and performance evaluation.

• RN with a master’s degree in nursing and certification in family and/or adult nurse practitioner; graduate of a nationally accredited school of nursing.

• Previous experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) is strongly preferred.

• Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Tennessee.
• Eligibility to sit for certification in area of specialty.
• Certification in areas of specialty is preferred.
• The Tennessee nursing license will be a single state license for Tennessee residents or non‑compact state residents. Tennessee licensure or multistate licensure from a compact state must be obtained within three months of hire for non‑Tennessee residents.

• Ability to collect, document, and analyze patient data.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status.
• Experience in developing and implementing evidence‑based protocols, health screening programs for adolescents and adults, and identification protocols for high‑risk individuals.
• Ability to collaborate with the healthcare team in the development and implementation of testing and treatment according to protocols.
• Participation in development and implementation of community and corporate education on internal medicine topics.

Health Centers Chattanooga, TN – NP/PA – Community Health Center (Extended Hours)

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