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VH
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
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What they do
A Primary Care 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.
$137,749 / year median in Oregon
+29% projected growth
Job Description
Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)
- a student loan payment reimbursement program. Must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval
- award amount (up to $200
- 000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. Duties Astoria is a picturesque settlement dotted with Victorian-era homes and perched on the hills along the Columbia River
- Astoria is the oldest city in Oregon
- making it rich in history and culture Bend is a city in Central Oregon and the county seat of Deschutes County
- Oregon
- United States It is located to the east of the Cascade Range
- on the Deschutes River Fairview is a vibrant and diverse community nestled in the Pacific Northwest Fairview offers a unique blend of suburban charm and urban convenience Hillsboro is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Oregon and is the county seat of Washington County Situated in the Tualatin Valley on the west side of the Portland metropolitan area
- the city hosts many high-technology companies
- such as Intel
- locally known as the Silicon Forest The Dalles
- located in Oregon
- is a city surrounded by picturesque landscapes and the majestic Columbia River The area offers breathtaking views
- making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers Salem is the capital city of the U.S. state of Oregon
- and the county seat of Marion County It is located in the center of the Willamette Valley alongside the Willamette River
- which runs north through the city Vancouver
- Washington sits on the north bank of the Columbia River across from Portland
- Oregon The Pacific Coast is less than 90 miles to the west Mount St Helens National Volcanic Monument and Mt Hood are less than two hours away! West Linn is a charming city in Oregon
- located on the banks of the Willamette and Tualatin rivers It offers scenic views
- historic landmarks
- and outdoor recreation The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed independent practitioner with advanced education and national certification who provides evidence-based care for a population of patients Duties include but are not limited to: Independently manages a panel of patients with acute and chronic health conditions with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention using evidence-based practice Develops and implements an individualized plan to achieve optimal population health and disease management Demonstrates leadership and works collaboratively with Primary Care Team and other interdisciplinary team members Orders and interprets labs•tests•and diagnostic studies Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions Initiates referrals and consults to specialty services Provides education to patients and their families Assesses and adjusts the plan of care as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes Exemplifies the ICARE core values of-Integrity•Commitment•Advocacy•Respect•and Excellence VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package:
VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay:
Competitive salary- regular salary increases
- potential for performance awards
Paid Time Off:
50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave- 13 days of sick leave
- 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Retirement:
Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions byVA Insurance:
Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)Licensure:
1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territoryWork Schedule:
Monday-Friday- 7:00 am to 5:30 pm
- varying tours
Telework:
Not Available Virtual:
This is not a virtual positionRelocation/or Recruitment Incentives:
May be authorized for highly qualified candidatesEDRP Authorized:
Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive Contact V20CompensationTeam@va.gov and VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov- the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized