Women’s Health Provider (APRN/CNM)

Community Clinic is a patient-directed Community Health Center which provides affordable primary health care and supportive services to our neighbors in Northwest Arkansas. Community Health Centers, also known as Federally Qualified Health Centers, is a Federal designation whereby community health needs are identified and are responded to appropriately. We provide health care using a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) approach: the needs of the patient come first. Community Clinic recognizes that every employee plays a vital role. We care. You belong.

Job Summary
We are seeking a full-time Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner for the Community Clinic in Springdale, AR. The ideal candidate will be an APRN-Women’s Health (APRN-WH) and/or a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM). They will provide comprehensive women’s health services, including prenatal, intrapartum, postpartum, and gynecologic care, in alignment with Community Clinic’s mission to advance equitable, community-based healthcare. The provider will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the care team to provide high-quality, patient-centered care that supports the diverse needs of the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Practices within the scope of competency as an APRN or CNM.
• Conducts thorough physical examinations and health assessments for patients.
• Diagnoses and treats a wide range of medical conditions, including chronic diseases and acute illnesses.
• Uses established evidence-based clinical protocols.
• Uses all Clinic resources to improve patient outcomes, including behavioral health consultants, Diabetic Educators, audiologists, etc.
• Keeps abreast of current trends in health care including attending regular and required continuing education programs.
• Maintains compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives to advance maternal and child health outcomes.
• Ensures clinical notes are entered in the patient’s electronic medical record in an accurate and timely manner, according to industry standards and Community Clinic policy.
• Adheres to and commits to the mission of Community Clinic. Reinforces the mission with staff and promotes the mission to the community.

Essential Skills and Characteristics

• Strong understanding of evidence-based practices and clinical guidelines in midwifery care.
• Ability to provide compassionate, culturally responsive care to diverse patient populations.
• Demonstrates sound clinical reasoning and decision-making in routine and emergent situations.
• Works effectively within interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to reducing disparities in maternal and reproductive health outcomes.
• Ability to adjust to workflow changes and patient volume fluctuations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing or Midwifery from an accredited program required
• Current certification as a Women’s Health APRN and/or CNM required
• Current BLS and NRP certification required
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority in AR (or ability to obtain) with prescriptive privileges required
• Experience in an FQHC or other ambulatory care setting preferred
• Spanish and/or Marshallese language ability preferred

Why Work at Community Clinic?

• Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to providing access to health-care to everyone in your community!
• Professional Liability Coverage
• Access to the HRSA loan forgiveness program
• Excellent Benefits Package including:
  • Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
  • 403(b) Retirement plan (automatic employer contribution of 5% per paycheck!)
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Employee Discounts for Care