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Family Nurse Practitioner
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What they do
A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
$134,956 / year median in Connecticut
+26% projected growth
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Registered Nurse to join established outpatient primary care practices in Southington and Plainville, Connecticut. This is an excellent opportunity for an APRN who enjoys providing comprehensive primary care and building long-term relationships with patients while working within a collaborative, well-supported healthcare environment. The APRN will evaluate, diagnose, treat, and manage a broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions. Responsibilities will include routine physical examinations, preventive care, chronic disease management, medication management, ordering and interpreting diagnostic testing, patient education, referrals, and follow-up care. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in primary care, family medicine, internal medicine, or a similar outpatient setting and should be comfortable practicing with a high degree of clinical independence. Responsibilities Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care Evaluate and treat acute illnesses and chronic medical conditions Perform histories, physical examinations, and preventive care visits Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic testing Prescribe and manage medications Manage conditions including hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, asthma, COPD, and other common primary care diagnoses Educate patients regarding prevention, lifestyle modification, and disease management Coordinate referrals and specialty care as needed Maintain accurate and timely documentation Develop strong, ongoing relationships with patients Qualifications Current or eligible Connecticut APRN license Appropriate national board certification Previous primary care, family medicine, internal medicine, or comparable outpatient experience Strong clinical judgment and ability to practice independently Excellent communication and patient-care skills This position offers the opportunity to join an established Central Connecticut healthcare organization with access to a broad network of physicians, specialists, diagnostic services, hospital resources, and ancillary support. The organization has served the region for more than 100 years and operates more than 20 locations with over 100 primary and specialty care providers. Salary and benefits Competitive compensation based on experience Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off Retirement plan options Life insurance Short- and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees Employee wellness programs Specific compensation and benefit eligibility will be reviewed during the interview and offer process.