American Family Care Santa Clara University·Santa Clara, California
The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive patient care, including health histories, medical assessments, and the formulation of diagnoses. They are responsible for instituting therapy, performing emergency stabilization, and guiding patients on health promotion.
Benefits/Perks Great small business work environment Flexible scheduling Additional perks!
Job Summary The Nurse Practitioner cares for our patients within the scope of training and approved the agreement, as outlined by their governing board.
Works collaboratively with other providers and staff to ensure efficient patient flow and a high level of patient satisfaction.
This position works directly with a franchised business location.
The specific job duties and benefits can vary between franchises.
Perform complete, detailed, and accurate health histories, review patient records, develop comprehensive medical assessments, and order laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies appropriate for complaint, race, sex, and physical condition of the patient Formulate medical and nursing diagnoses and institute therapy or referrals of patients to the appropriate health care facilities, agencies, and other resources of the community or physician Institute emergency measures and emergency treatment or appropriate stabilization measures in situations such as cardiac arrest, shock, hemorrhage, convulsions, poisoning, and allergic reactions Interpret and analyze patient data to determine patient status, patient management and treatment Provide instructions and guidance regarding health care and health care promotion to patients/family/ significant others Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Excellent communicator with staff, patients, and family Professional appearance and attitude ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA Board Certified – (with 1 yr ER/UC experience preferred) Active and current Nurse Practitioner licensure in the state of practice, DEA number, and state-controlled substance certificate, as required Able to multi-task and work independently Ability to perform procedures such as laceration repairs, I&D, staples, IV
Company Overview American Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest primary and urgent care companies in the U.S., providing services seven days a week on a walk-in basis. Our state-of-the-art centers focus on the episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers' compensation, and occupational medicine. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in-house x-ray capability. AFC is the parent company of AFC Franchising, LLC (AFCF).
Candidates must be ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA Board Certified with active NP licensure, a DEA number, and a state-controlled substance certificate. Proficiency in clinical procedures like laceration repair and IVs is required, with one year of ER/UC experience preferred.
Market context
California nurse practitioner openings are typically strongest in settings that need advanced primary or specialty care coverage and can be competitive because employers look for fully licensed candidates who can start with minimal onboarding. For this role, the key requirements include a current California RN license, California NP license with Furnishing Number, DEA registration, BLS certification, and national NP certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure and certification details before applying.
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