Women's Health Nurse Practitioner - Decatur
hace 5 días
Decatur
Job DescriptionNurse Practitioner - Women's Health / OB-GYN We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and patient-centered Nurse Practitioner to join our Women's Health/OB-GYN team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality clinical care, promote health and wellness, and support patients through all stages of their reproductive and gynecologic health. This role requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to collaborative, evidence-based care. Key Responsibilities Clinical Care * Conduct routine and comprehensive physical examinations, including breast and pelvic exams, Pap smears, and standard screening tests. * Diagnose and manage common acute and chronic gynecologic conditions, including vaginitis, pelvic pain, menstrual irregularities, endometriosis, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). * Provide counseling and management for contraception, family planning, fertility awareness, and preconception care. * Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory and radiological studies. * Perform minor office procedures within scope and training (e.g., IUD insertion and removal, biopsy procedures). Obstetrical Care * Deliver full-scope prenatal care, including initial screenings, risk assessments, ongoing monitoring, and management of low-risk pregnancies. * Identify, monitor, and manage obstetrical complications in collaboration with the supervising physician. * Provide comprehensive postpartum care, including physical assessments, breastfeeding support, and emotional health evaluations. Health Promotion & Patient Education * Educate patients on preventive health, lifestyle changes, nutrition, exercise, and disease prevention specific to women's health. * Counsel patients on hormonal changes, menopausal transitions, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). * Document all patient encounters, prescriptions, and follow-up care accurately and timely in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Collaboration & Professionalism * Work collaboratively with supervising physicians, certified nurse midwives, registered nurses, and support staff to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care. * Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff meetings, and continuing education relevant to women's health and OB-GYN. * Uphold all ethical, regulatory, and legal standards of clinical practice. Schedule / Shift * Monday-Friday * No weekends * No call * No major holidays Qualifications (Must-Haves) * Licensure: Current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Georgia. * Certification: Current Nurse Practitioner (NP) certification in Georgia; Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) certification or OB/GYN experience strongly preferred. * Experience: Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience as a practicing Nurse Practitioner in an OB/GYN setting. Why Join Us? (Key Selling Points) * Opportunity to deliver high-impact care in a supportive, compassionate environment. * Collaborative team culture grounded in respect, excellence, and patient-centered service. * Professional growth encouraged through ongoing education and participation in quality improvement initiatives. * Meaningful work supporting women's health across the lifespan. For California Applicants: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA). This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients. Company DescriptionHere at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine. Our commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?Here at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.\r\n\r\nOur commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?