Nurse Practitioner - Columbia, NC

Job Description

Job Description

Advance Your Nurse Practitioner Career with Flexible Schedule, Great Benefits

Where You Will Work :

At Columbia Medical Center, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality of patient care by utilizing the latest procedures and practices available to our community. As a small, independent, rural health clinic in Columbia, NC, we have been serving Tyrell County for the past 40 years, offering comprehensive medical care to patients of all ages. Our not-for-profit, outpatient-only facility is committed to excellence and continuous improvement in healthcare delivery.

Position Summary :

We are seeking an exemplary Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our patient-focused Internal Medicine practice. This full-time position offers a weekday schedule with dedicated time for patient-centered care. As an NP at our clinic, you will have the opportunity to serve a diverse patient population, eliminate health disparities, and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives in beautiful Columbia, North Carolina.

What Our Providers Do :

• Foster Team Collaboration : Build strong, collegial relationships with supervising MDs.
• Deliver Primary Care : Provide comprehensive primary care to our diverse patient population.
• Document Patient Histories : Accurately record patient medical histories for effective treatment.
• Conduct Thorough Exams : Perform initial examinations, including physical exams and patient observations.
• Manage Medical Equipment : Set up and monitor medical equipment to ensure optimal patient care.
• Administer Diagnostic Tests : Order and administer diagnostic tests to uncover health issues.
• Communicate Results : Clearly communicate test results to patients and their families.
• Monitor Progress : Keep a close eye on patient progress and adjust treatments as needed.
• Educate Patients : Instruct patients and their families on best practices for home care.
• Coordinate Referrals : Refer patients to specialists when necessary for advanced care.
• Collaborate on Treatments : Work with Physicians to prescribe and administer effective treatments.
• Provide After-Hours Support : Be available on call after hours to address urgent patient needs.

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Where You Will Live :

Tyrell County, nestled between the urban mainland and North Carolina's Outer Banks, is a haven for wildlife and nature enthusiasts. Home to red wolves, bald eagles, and American alligators, it boasts conservation areas like Palmetto-Peartree Preserve and Pocosin Lake National Wildlife Refuge. Enjoy water access to the Albemarle Sound and Scuppernong River, along with activities like boating, hunting, and fishing. Columbia has a vibrant arts community with Pocosin Arts anchoring downtown Columbia offering year round classes and residencies. Plus, explore its rich history, festivals, lodging, dining, and shopping opportunities. Columbia is also just over 1 / 2 hour drive to the Outer Banks of North Carolina.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) :

Our practice is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to all EEO guidelines and practices, ensuring a fair and inclusive hiring process for all candidates.