Nurse Practitioner (General)

Position Details

Position Name: Nurse Practitioner (General)

Location: Frankfort, KY

Setting: Occupational Health/Employee Health Clinic

Shift/Schedule: Day Shift (7:30 AM - 4:00 PM)



Qualifications

Required:

Current Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Kentucky

Active DEA certification

Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited program

Board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP), or equivalent

Current BLS certification

Minimum 1-2 years of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner

Strong assessment, diagnostic, and clinical decision-making skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team



Preferred:

Experience in occupational health, employee health, or urgent care settings

ACLS certification

Occupational health certification (COHN or COHN-S)

Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems

Knowledge of workers' compensation and OSHA regulations



Job Summary:

The Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive primary and occupational health services to employees at the Commonwealth Capital Annex facility in Frankfort, KY. This position involves conducting health assessments, diagnosing and treating acute and chronic conditions, performing occupational health screenings, managing work-related injuries, and promoting employee wellness. The NP will work collaboratively with the healthcare team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in an onsite clinic setting.



Key Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and health assessments

Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and injuries

Manage chronic disease conditions and provide follow-up care

Perform occupational health services including pre-employment physicals, drug screens, and fitness-for-duty evaluations

Manage work-related injuries and coordinate workers' compensation cases

Prescribe medications and treatments within scope of practice

Order and interpret diagnostic tests and laboratory results

Provide health education and wellness counseling

Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation

Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare team members

Ensure compliance with OSHA, state, and federal regulations

Current Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Kentucky
Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and injuries
Prescribe medications and treatments within scope of practice
Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation