Thundermist Health Center·West Warwick, Rhode Island
The nurse practitioner is responsible for providing primary medical care, including patient history, physical exams, anticipatory education, and management of acute and chronic illnesses. Key functions also involve maintaining accurate patient records and participating in administrative duties like peer chart reviews and team meetings.
To improve the health of our patients and communities by delivering exceptional health care, removing barriers to that care, and advancing healthy lifestyles. Nurse Practitioner
Are you a Nurse Practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact clinical environment? Thundermist Health Center is looking for a skilled, compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our Convenient Care team. In this role, you’ll deliver walk-in and same-day medical care to patients across our community — treating acute illness and injury, performing point-of-care testing and minor procedures, and making real-time clinical decisions as an autonomous, licensed provider. If you’re passionate about health equity, community health, and meeting patients where they are, this is the opportunity for you. What You’ll Do Clinical Care Provide comprehensive patient care including history, physical examination, anticipatory guidance, and management of acute and chronic illness Evaluate and treat acute, episodic illness and injury — lacerations, fractures, sprains, infections, and more Perform point-of-care testing (rapid strep, flu, COVID, urinalysis, STI, and more) Perform wound care, suturing, splinting, and minor surgical procedures Order diagnostic tests (X-ray, ultrasound, labs) and initiate treatment based on results Prescribe medications within scope of practice Triage patients and determine the appropriate level of care, escalation, or transfer Provide discharge instructions and coordinate appropriate follow-up care Maintain complete and accurate patient records with same-day documentation Supervise and mentor nurse practitioner students as assigned Administrative & Quality Participate in peer chart review on a rotating basis Contribute to departmental and team meetings Meet patient throughput and productivity standards Maintain compliance with credentialing, re-credentialing, and privileging requirements Participate in quality improvement initiatives What We’re Looking For You bring clinical expertise, sound judgment, and genuine compassion to every patient encounter. You’re an autonomous provider who’s equally comfortable suturing a laceration, and connecting with a patient who just needs to be heard. Active Rhode Island RN and NP licensure ANA certification in family medicine, internal medicine, women’s health, or pediatrics Commitment to ongoing CEU and professional development Exceptional oral and written communication skills with proficiency in medical terminology A genuine commitment to patient-centered, high-quality care for diverse and underserved populations, with an authentic passion for health equity and community health Compassion, cultural humility, and a real investment in patient well-being — consistent with Thundermist’s mission Schedule & Locations This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position with a flexible shift structure: two 12-hour shifts and two 8-hour shifts per week. The schedule includes every other weekend and shared holiday coverage. You’ll provide care across our Woonsocket, West Warwick, and South Kingstown locations. Clinic hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m., and weekends 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (including closing responsibilities). Benefits at Thundermist Health Center Full-Time Employees Working 40+ Hours/Week Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Life Insurance ($75,000) and Long-Term Disability — at no cost Flexible Spending Accounts (Health FSA up to $3,300 / Dependent Care FSA up to $5,000) Retirement Plan with 1:1 employer match up to 4% Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Wellness Reimbursement up to $200/year PTO starting at 30 days, increasing with tenure, plus 6 paid holidays Work Environment Onsite at Thundermist locations in an ambulatory clinical setting Moderate physical activity: walking, standing, stooping, and occasional lifting Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens, respiratory disease, infectious diseases, and other biohazardous materials requiring universal standard precautions Manual dexterity required for medical procedures and equipment handling Our Values Everything we do at Thundermist is guided by five core values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Community, and Caring. If those resonate with you, you’ll feel at home here. Ready to join a team that truly cares? Apply today. Thundermist Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Candidates must possess Rhode Island RN and NPP Licensure along with ANA Certification in a relevant specialty (family medicine, internal medicine, women’s health, or pediatrics) and maintain ongoing Continuing Education Units. The role requires moderate physical activity, exposure to biohazards, and involves a float schedule covering every other weekend and shared holidays across specified Rhode Island locations.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Rhode Island are often competitive because employers look for licensed NPs or PAs who can work independently, travel as needed, and communicate effectively with diverse patient populations. This posting requires active NP or PA certification, unrestricted state licensure, a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and Spanish fluency; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and language skills match before applying.
