COMMUNITY CARE OF WEST VIRGINIA INC·New Martinsville, West Virginia
The Nurse Practitioner plans, directs, and evaluates patients in an ambulatory health setting, treating chronic and acute illnesses and minor injuries. Responsibilities include performing physical exams, ordering laboratory tests, writing prescriptions, and executing clinical procedures.
Assist in the orientation/training of new Team Members.
Consistently work in a positive and cooperative manner with fellow Team Members.
Assist other Team Members in the performance of their assignments.
Seek out opportunities to help rather than waiting to be asked.
Consider the impact of your actions on Team Members throughout the Organization.
Recognize the need for variations in staffing and volunteer to fill open shifts when possible.
Take direction and initiate actions (cross/additional training) that will allow the assumption of cross-functional duties to ensure seamless patient care.
Demonstrate flexibility to perform duties wherever volume deems it necessary within the System.
Problem
Solving:
Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.
Investigate and follow through on unusual orders or requests for service or information.
Follow proper reporting procedures for actual or potential accidents and/or incidents so follow-up and/or prevention can occur.
Record/report the need for service maintenance or repair of equipment and remove any faulty equipment from service.
Consistently evaluate work and determine if further steps are needed to meet patient expectations.
Take the initiative to do or redo inadequate or incomplete work, even if it is not yours.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Productivity/
Efficiency:
Consistently demonstrate the ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary.
Minimize non-productive time and fill slow periods with activities that will enable you to prepare to meet the System's future needs (education, organizing, housekeeping, assisting others).
Organize job functions and work areas to be able to complete varied assignments within established time frames effectively.
Consistently demonstrate the ability to take the initiative to make decisions/choices without direct supervision.
Adherence to
Departmental
Policies:
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all policies and procedures and the ability to reference them from appropriate books and manuals.
Candidates must have successfully completed an approved nurse practitioner program and hold a current RN license and medical act approval in the state. A master's degree and at least one year of related nursing experience are preferred.
Comply with infection control policies and procedures, including Body Substance Isolation (BSI) and the Exposure Control Plan, which reflects OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard to ensure a safe working environment for self and others. Great Benefits Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Extended Sick Pay (ESP) Medical Health Insurance and Prescription Coverage Basic Life Insurance for Employee and Family Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability 401(k) Voluntary Contribution Plan Health Reimbursement Account Continuing Medical Education Employee Elected Voluntary Coverage for Employee and Family Life Insurance, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Spending Account Discounted undergraduate & graduate rates at West Virginia Wesleyan College for employee and family QualificationsPhysical
Requirements/Environmental (based on essential functions):
Able to lift 100 pounds, if necessary, to assist fallen patients. Able to lift 10 pounds for routine performance of essential functions.
An individual in this position may be exposed to: o Adverse indoor and outdoor environmental conditions o Bloodborne pathogens o Physical hazards (e.g., needle pricks, etc.) o Chemical hazards.
Qualifications/Requirements/Skills:
Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executive management, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, support staff, other departments, and patients/families.
Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/challenging priorities.
Critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities are required as related to various aspects of patient care.
Good clinical judgment
Critical thinking skills are necessary to exercise and lead others in applying acceptable standards of practice.
Education/Training/Experience:
Successful completion of an approved nurse practitioner program.
Currently approved by joint Board of Medical Examiners and Board of Nursing to perform medical acts.
Must be currently licensed as a registered nurse in the state.
Due to the nature of responsibilities, it is preferable to have experience in counseling and teaching and have a master's degree.
A minimum of one year's experience in related nursing positions is preferred.
Market context
Nurse practitioner openings in West Virginia are often tied to primary care and specialty access needs, so candidates with current RN and NP licensure and an approved NP program stand out. These roles are competitive because employers often prefer a master’s degree and related nursing experience, while benefits such as dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, and short-term disability can add value. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure, experience, and preferred schedule before applying.
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