102 Nurses jobs in Bakersfield

Great opportunity for a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to live and work in the San Joaquin Valley of California - centrally located between Fresno and Bakersfield, CA.

• Certified PNP ideal candidate - FNP or PA with all Peds exp ok
• New Grad PNP ok
• Mon-Thurs 8a-5p, Fri 11a-8p, 1 weekend per month - no call schedule.
• 20 patients per day - productivity bonus over 20 ppd per quarter.
• Base salary, productivity bonus, work/life balance flexibility, loan repayment options, sign on bonus, and relocation expenses.
• $125-150K based on experience and open to discussion for the right candidate
• Spanish is a huge plus.
• Please refer to Job ID.

Inspire Through Care, Lead with Expertise - Your Next Chapter as a Nurse Practitioner Awaits in the Dynamic Landscape of California's Central Valley.

In the world of healthcare, true impact transcends the metrics; it resides in the lives you touch and the futures you help shape. As a Nurse Practitioner (NP) , you're already attuned to this profound essence. You understand the significance of a timely diagnosis, a compassionate conversation, and a tailored care strategy. Now, envision channeling that passion into a vibrant community where your skills merge seamlessly with a lifestyle brimming with endless possibilities.

More than a job, this opportunity connects you with a dedicated team where your insights are cherished, your contributions matter, and your patients become an integral part of your larger family. Regardless of whether your specialty is in primary care, family practice, or another field, your autonomy and leadership will be wholly embraced.

After your shift ends, the Central Valley invites you to uncover its charms - from serene parks whispering with nature's secrets to diverse culinary experiences that tantalize your palate. If you've been yearning for an opportunity that nourishes your professional aspirations while igniting your passions, this is that moment.

Your Responsibilities

• Performing thorough patient assessments, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, while developing custom care plans
• Diagnosing and treating acute, episodic, or chronic health conditions, collaborating with physicians or exercising independent practice (as credentialing allows)
• Providing education to patients and their families on preventive care, wellness strategies, and disease management
• Prescribing medications and therapies in accordance with your training and licensing
• Engaging in ongoing patient follow-up and management of chronic conditions
• Working alongside interdisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive, patient-centered care
• Accurate and thorough documentation within electronic medical records (EMR)

What You Need

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
• Graduated from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

Necessary Credentials

• Active Nurse Practitioner license in the state of California
• National certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C, AANP or ANCC) or an equivalent in your specialty
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications (or the ability to obtain within 90 days)

Attributes That Will Make You Shine

• Strong clinical judgment combined with a caring bedside manner
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and fellow healthcare professionals
• Able to adapt in high-paced, patient-focused environments
• Experience using EMR systems and comfortable with telehealth platforms
• A team-oriented mindset and commitment to evidence-based practices

What You'll Find Enriching in This Role

• Options for full-time or flexible scheduling
• A varied patient demographic with unique health presentations
• A supportive environment allowing you to dedicate time to patient care
• Continuing education and professional growth opportunities
• Access to cutting-edge tools, diagnostics, and telehealth resources
• A collaborative, mission-driven clinical atmosphere
• Attractive benefits including healthcare coverage, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, and educational stipends

Why Bakersfield Could Be Your New Home

Picture starting your morning with a stroll through one of Bakersfield's tranquil parks, where the sun gently rises, casting a warm glow. You grab a coffee and a delicious bite from a local café before diving into a day that will allow your clinical skills to shine. As your day winds down, you might meet friends at a local eatery, enjoying the vibrant atmosphere filled with music and laughter.

This is life in Bakersfield - a place where compassionate care meets vibrant community. The city's economy is flourishing, culture is rich, and the quality of life is consistently praised. With no state income tax, you can enjoy the benefits of your hard work without the added burden. Whether you're an aficionado of art festivals or music events, outdoor adventures or culinary explorations, you'll find a lifestyle that complements your career aspirations as well as your personal interests.

From the Golden Empire areas blooming with local artistry to the stunning natural landscapes surrounding you, it's a locale where people come together - for their families, their communities, and their careers.

As a Nurse Practitioner , you'll be a pivotal force within that community, nurturing patients who become friends, mentors, and members of your family.

Your Skills, Our Purpose - A Harmonious Union.

We seek Nurse Practitioners who aspire to do more than provide care; they aim to enrich lives, promote health equity, and cultivate significant relationships. If you're someone who balances ambition with compassion and is eager to contribute meaningfully while enjoying a dynamic atmosphere, we invite you to join us.

Apply today and embark on a journey that acknowledges your expertise, encourages your growth, and welcomes you to Bakersfield.

***SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE***
Job Summary:
Nurse practitioners (NP) provide health care services to patients who may have acute episodic conditions or chronic problems, as well as those seeking health evaluation, preventive care and/or education and counseling. NPs provide care in areas within KP in primary care or specialty departments consistent with their educational preparation following the Regional Standardized Procedures and Process Protocols for Ambulatory and Hospital-Based Practice. They perform complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting and evaluating diagnostic tests and examinations. Assume on-going responsibility for each patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery. Diagnose and treat both chronic and episodic disorders including complications of otherwise normal processes. Establish and document the health care plan and diagnosis, maintain records of each case that are sufficiently complete for any physician reviewing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan. Consistently demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members and to customers, contracted providers and vendors.
Essential Responsibilities:
+ Collect subjective data (obtain history).
+ Collect objective data (perform a physical exam).
+ Develop an assessment (diagnosis).
+ Develop and implement a management plan.
+ Facilitate the referral of patients to the appropriate health facilities, agencies and resources within the community.
+ Order pharmacologic interventions.
+ Develop and implement an educational plan.
+ Plan for appropriate follow-up care.
+ Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanentes Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanentes policies and procedures.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
+ Minimum one (1) year experience unless specified by department, as an NP or PA.
Education
+ Graduate of an accredited RN and NP Program OR graduate of an accredited PA program.
+ NP Only: Masters degree in nursing (effective 1/1/03 for those not previously grandfathered in by CMS).
License, Certification, Registration
+ Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number (California) AND Nurse Practitioner National Certificate AND Registered Nurse License (California) AND Nurse Practitioner Certificate (California)
OR
+ Physician Assistant License (California) AND Physician Assistant National Certificate
+ Basic Life Support
+ National Provider Identifier
Additional Requirements:
+ Willing to consider Physician Assistant job code 30004.
+ If department elects to hire a new grad NP or PA, the California Furnishing Number and if applicable, the DEA Registration Number, must be obtained within twelve (12) months of hire.
+ The probationary period would also be extended from six (6) to twelve (12) months.
+ Current DEA Registration Number.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Dermatology
LOCATION: Bakersfield, California
REQNUMBER: 1347075
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.

**JOB DESCRIPTION**
**Job Summary**
The Care Connections Nurse Practitioners focus on screening and preventive primary care services delivered in the home, community, and nursing facility settings. Provides needed care in the environment that patients feel most comfortable and are most receptive including home, nursing facilities, and "pop up" clinic.
The Nurse Practitioner will be required to work primarily in non-clinical settings and provide medical care to all levels of patients. Some programs may focus on specific populations (e.g., adult and geriatric, pediatric, women's health).
Perform comprehensive medical assessments, order appropriate tests/procedures for diagnostic purposes, formulate treatment plans, obtain specialists' consultations as needed, and do appropriate documentations as required.
**Job Duties**
+ Provide general medical care and care coordination to various and/or specific patient levels - adults, women's health, pediatric, and geriatric.
+ Perform comprehensive evaluations including history and physical exams for gaps in care and preventative assessments
+ Address both chronic and acute primary care complaints, and able to ascertain medical urgency
+ Establish and document reasonable medical diagnoses
+ Seek specialty consultation as appropriate
+ Order/perform pertinent diagnostic laboratory and radiology testing for the medical diagnosis or presenting symptom; able to work within an environment of limited resources and therefore uses diagnostic tests judiciously and appropriately
+ Responsible for knowing when a patient's needs are beyond their scope of knowledge and when physician oversight is needed.
+ Create and implements a medical plan of care
+ Schedule patient appointments for visits when appropriate
+ Provide post discharge coordination to reduce hospital readmission rates and emergency room utilization
+ Perform face-to-face in-person visits in a variety of settings including home, skilled nursing facilities, and public locations.
+ Additionally, may perform face-to-face visits via alternate modalities based on business need, leadership direction, and state regulations
+ Order bulk laboratory orders to target specific populations of member.
+ Perform alternating on-call coverage to triage any urgent lab results and pharmacy inquiries and develop appropriate plan of care
+ Participate in community-based "Pop Up Clinics" as way of building relationship with community while addressing gaps in health care
+ Drive up to 120 miles a day on a regular basis to a variety of locations within the assigned region. There may be drives beyond 120 miles as part of Extended Mileage Special Project days. Special Projects may include an overnight hotel stay.
+ Obtain and maintain cross state license in other states besides home state based on business need.
+ Collaborate with fellow nurse practitioners to develop best practices to perform work duties efficiently and effectively
+ Actively participate in regional meetings
+ Prescribe medications and perform procedures as appropriate
+ Perform timely documentation in medical records in an electronic medical record computer system
+ On occasion, may be required to walk flights of stairs while carrying up to 50 lbs. of equipment
**JOB QUALIFICATIONS**
**REQUIRED EDUCATION:**
Master's degree in family health from accredited nursing program
**REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:**
**Advanced computer skills. Proficient with Word, Excel, and Electronic Medical Record.**
**REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, ASSOCIATION:**
+ An active and unrestricted national certification from one of the following organizations: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners; American Nurses Credentialing Center
+ Current state-issued license to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner
+ Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional certification
+ Current unrestricted driver's license
**PREFERRED EDUCATION:**
**PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:**
+ 3-5-year experience as a Registered Nurse and/or Nurse Practitioner, ideally in a home health, community health, or public health setting
+ Previous experience in home health as a licensed clinician, especially in management of chronic conditions
+ Experience with underserved populations facing socioeconomic barriers to health care
+ Fluency in a language in addition to English is plus
+ Immunization and point of care testing skills
To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.
Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.
#PJNurse
#LI-AC1
Pay Range: $92,474 - $180,324 / ANNUAL
*Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

**JOB DESCRIPTION**
**Job Summary**
The Care Connections Nurse Practitioners focus on screening and preventive primary care services delivered in the home, community, and nursing facility settings. Provides needed care in the environment that patients feel most comfortable and are most receptive including home, nursing facilities, and "pop up" clinic.
The Nurse Practitioner will be required to work primarily in non-clinical settings and provide medical care to all levels of patients. Some programs may focus on specific populations (e.g., adult and geriatric, pediatric, women's health).
Perform comprehensive medical assessments, order appropriate tests/procedures for diagnostic purposes, formulate treatment plans, obtain specialists' consultations as needed, and do appropriate documentations as required.
**Job Duties**
+ Provide general medical care and care coordination to various and/or specific patient levels - adults, women's health, pediatric, and geriatric.
+ Perform comprehensive evaluations including history and physical exams for gaps in care and preventative assessments
+ Address both chronic and acute primary care complaints, and able to ascertain medical urgency
+ Establish and document reasonable medical diagnoses
+ Seek specialty consultation as appropriate
+ Order/perform pertinent diagnostic laboratory and radiology testing for the medical diagnosis or presenting symptom; able to work within an environment of limited resources and therefore uses diagnostic tests judiciously and appropriately
+ Responsible for knowing when a patient's needs are beyond their scope of knowledge and when physician oversight is needed.
+ Create and implements a medical plan of care
+ Schedule patient appointments for visits when appropriate
+ Provide post discharge coordination to reduce hospital readmission rates and emergency room utilization
+ Perform face-to-face in-person visits in a variety of settings including home, skilled nursing facilities, and public locations.
+ Additionally, may perform face-to-face visits via alternate modalities based on business need, leadership direction, and state regulations
+ Order bulk laboratory orders to target specific populations of member.
+ Perform alternating on-call coverage to triage any urgent lab results and pharmacy inquiries and develop appropriate plan of care
+ Participate in community-based "Pop Up Clinics" as way of building relationship with community while addressing gaps in health care
+ Drive up to 120 miles a day on a regular basis to a variety of locations within the assigned region. There may be drives beyond 120 miles as part of Extended Mileage Special Project days. Special Projects may include an overnight hotel stay.
+ Obtain and maintain cross state license in other states besides home state based on business need.
+ Collaborate with fellow nurse practitioners to develop best practices to perform work duties efficiently and effectively
+ Actively participate in regional meetings
+ Prescribe medications and perform procedures as appropriate
+ Perform timely documentation in medical records in an electronic medical record computer system
+ On occasion, may be required to walk flights of stairs while carrying up to 50 lbs. of equipment
**JOB QUALIFICATIONS**
**REQUIRED EDUCATION:**
Master's degree in Family/Adult health from accredited nursing program
**REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:**
**Advanced computer skills. Proficient with Word, Excel, and Electronic Medical Record.**
**REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, ASSOCIATION:**
+ An active and unrestricted national certification from one of the following organizations: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners; American Nurses Credentialing Center
+ Current state-issued license to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner
+ Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional certification
+ Current unrestricted driver's license
**PREFERRED EDUCATION:**
**PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:**
+ 3-5-year experience as a Registered Nurse and/or Nurse Practitioner, ideally in a home health, community health, or public health setting
+ Previous experience in home health as a licensed clinician, especially in management of chronic conditions
+ Experience with underserved populations facing socioeconomic barriers to health care
+ Fluency in a language in addition to English is plus
+ Immunization and point of care testing skills
To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.
Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.
Pay Range: $92,474 - $180,324 / ANNUAL
*Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

**JOB DESCRIPTION**
**Job Summary**
The Care Connections Nurse Practitioners focus on screening and preventive primary care services delivered in the home, community, and nursing facility settings. Provides needed care in the environment that patients feel most comfortable and are most receptive including home, nursing facilities, and "pop up" clinic.
The Nurse Practitioner will be required to work primarily in non-clinical settings and provide medical care to all levels of patients. Some programs may focus on specific populations (e.g., adult and geriatric, pediatric, women's health).
Perform comprehensive medical assessments, order appropriate tests/procedures for diagnostic purposes, formulate treatment plans, obtain specialists' consultations as needed, and do appropriate documentations as required.
**Job Duties**
+ Provide general medical care and care coordination to various and/or specific patient levels - adults, women's health, pediatric, and geriatric.
+ Perform comprehensive evaluations including history and physical exams for gaps in care and preventative assessments
+ Address both chronic and acute primary care complaints, and able to ascertain medical urgency
+ Establish and document reasonable medical diagnoses
+ Seek specialty consultation as appropriate
+ Order/perform pertinent diagnostic laboratory and radiology testing for the medical diagnosis or presenting symptom; able to work within an environment of limited resources and therefore uses diagnostic tests judiciously and appropriately
+ Responsible for knowing when a patient's needs are beyond their scope of knowledge and when physician oversight is needed.
+ Create and implements a medical plan of care
+ Schedule patient appointments for visits when appropriate
+ Provide post discharge coordination to reduce hospital readmission rates and emergency room utilization
+ Perform face-to-face in-person visits in a variety of settings including home, skilled nursing facilities, and public locations.
+ Additionally, may perform face-to-face visits via alternate modalities based on business need, leadership direction, and state regulations
+ Order bulk laboratory orders to target specific populations of member.
+ Perform alternating on-call coverage to triage any urgent lab results and pharmacy inquiries and develop appropriate plan of care
+ Participate in community-based "Pop Up Clinics" as way of building relationship with community while addressing gaps in health care
+ Drive up to 120 miles a day on a regular basis to a variety of locations within the assigned region. There may be drives beyond 120 miles as part of Extended Mileage Special Project days. Special Projects may include an overnight hotel stay.
+ Obtain and maintain cross state license in other states besides home state based on business need.
+ Collaborate with fellow nurse practitioners to develop best practices to perform work duties efficiently and effectively
+ Actively participate in regional meetings
+ Prescribe medications and perform procedures as appropriate
+ Perform timely documentation in medical records in an electronic medical record computer system
+ On occasion, may be required to walk flights of stairs while carrying up to 50 lbs. of equipment
**JOB QUALIFICATIONS**
**REQUIRED EDUCATION:**
Master's degree in Family/Adult health from accredited nursing program
**REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:**
**Advanced computer skills. Proficient with Word, Excel, and Electronic Medical Record.**
**REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, ASSOCIATION:**
+ An active and unrestricted national certification from one of the following organizations: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners; American Nurses Credentialing Center
+ Current state-issued license to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner
+ Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional certification
+ Current unrestricted driver's license
**PREFERRED EDUCATION:**
**PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:**
+ 3-5-year experience as a Registered Nurse and/or Nurse Practitioner, ideally in a home health, community health, or public health setting
+ Previous experience in home health as a licensed clinician, especially in management of chronic conditions
+ Experience with underserved populations facing socioeconomic barriers to health care
+ Fluency in a language in addition to English is plus
+ Immunization and point of care testing skills
To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.
Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.
Pay Range: $92,474 - $180,324 / ANNUAL
*Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

**JOB DESCRIPTION**
**Job Summary**
The Care Connections Nurse Practitioners focus on screening and preventive primary care services delivered in the home, community, and nursing facility settings. Provides needed care in the environment that patients feel most comfortable and are most receptive including home, nursing facilities, and "pop up" clinic.
The Nurse Practitioner will be required to work primarily in non-clinical settings and provide medical care to all levels of patients. Some programs may focus on specific populations (e.g., adult and geriatric, pediatric, women's health).
Perform comprehensive medical assessments, order appropriate tests/procedures for diagnostic purposes, formulate treatment plans, obtain specialists' consultations as needed, and do appropriate documentations as required.
**Job Duties**
+ Provide general medical care and care coordination to various and/or specific patient levels - adults, women's health, pediatric, and geriatric.
+ Perform comprehensive evaluations including history and physical exams for gaps in care and preventative assessments
+ Address both chronic and acute primary care complaints, and able to ascertain medical urgency
+ Establish and document reasonable medical diagnoses
+ Seek specialty consultation as appropriate
+ Order/perform pertinent diagnostic laboratory and radiology testing for the medical diagnosis or presenting symptom; able to work within an environment of limited resources and therefore uses diagnostic tests judiciously and appropriately
+ Responsible for knowing when a patient's needs are beyond their scope of knowledge and when physician oversight is needed.
+ Create and implements a medical plan of care
+ Schedule patient appointments for visits when appropriate
+ Provide post discharge coordination to reduce hospital readmission rates and emergency room utilization
+ Perform face-to-face in-person visits in a variety of settings including home, skilled nursing facilities, and public locations.
+ Additionally, may perform face-to-face visits via alternate modalities based on business need, leadership direction, and state regulations
+ Order bulk laboratory orders to target specific populations of member.
+ Perform alternating on-call coverage to triage any urgent lab results and pharmacy inquiries and develop appropriate plan of care
+ Participate in community-based "Pop Up Clinics" as way of building relationship with community while addressing gaps in health care
+ Drive up to 120 miles a day on a regular basis to a variety of locations within the assigned region. There may be drives beyond 120 miles as part of Extended Mileage Special Project days. Special Projects may include an overnight hotel stay.
+ Obtain and maintain cross state license in other states besides home state based on business need.
+ Collaborate with fellow nurse practitioners to develop best practices to perform work duties efficiently and effectively
+ Actively participate in regional meetings
+ Prescribe medications and perform procedures as appropriate
+ Perform timely documentation in medical records in an electronic medical record computer system
+ On occasion, may be required to walk flights of stairs while carrying up to 50 lbs. of equipment
**JOB QUALIFICATIONS**
**REQUIRED EDUCATION:**
Master's degree in Family/Adult health from accredited nursing program
**REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:**
**Advanced computer skills. Proficient with Word, Excel, and Electronic Medical Record.**
**REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, ASSOCIATION:**
+ An active and unrestricted national certification from one of the following organizations: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners; American Nurses Credentialing Center
+ Current state-issued license to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner
+ Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional certification
+ Current unrestricted driver's license
**PREFERRED EDUCATION:**
**PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:**
+ 3-5-year experience as a Registered Nurse and/or Nurse Practitioner, ideally in a home health, community health, or public health setting
+ Previous experience in home health as a licensed clinician, especially in management of chronic conditions
+ Experience with underserved populations facing socioeconomic barriers to health care
+ Fluency in a language in addition to English is plus
+ Immunization and point of care testing skills
To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.
Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.
Pay Range: $92,474 - $180,324 / ANNUAL
*Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

**Job Description**
**Job Summary**
Supervises and mentors a team focused on primary, urgent, and preventative care services in various non-clinical community settings such as homes, nursing facilities, shelters, and pop-up clinics, in any environment where members feel most comfortable and are receptive to care that aligns with Molina Healthcare's philosophy and mission.
Provides direct medical care to all levels of patients and population groups, for example, adult, geriatric, pediatric and women's health.
Responsible for the day to day supervision of practitioners in assigned region(s). Works with the clinical leadership team to ensure practitioners are providing high quality care to patients and access to care is available to all patients. Provides real time training and mentoring to practitioners by rounding regularly and directly engaging in patient care. Provides education on clinical guidelines, coding, quality measures, and documentation excellence.
**Job Duties**
+ Provides evidence-based, high-quality patient care via in-person and telehealth visits based on clinical and business need.
+ Leads a team of regional employees to ensure patient-focused and culturally sensitive medical care is delivered to patients.
+ Travels to location of team members and performs hands on training, coaching, and mentoring of team in order to optimize performance and reach department and clinical goals.
+ Performs performance management including coaching, monthly 1:1s, and end of year evaluations.
+ Leads in the orientation of new practitioners and mentors new employees with hands on training and support via ride along for member visits.
+ Performs and coordinates alternating on-call coverage to triage any urgent lab results or clinical needs and develop appropriate plan of care.
+ Participates in the implementation of new clinical projects and onboarding staff.
+ Using evidence-based guidelines, properly diagnoses and creates patient-focused plan of care and treatment.
+ Orders/performs pertinent diagnostic laboratory and radiology testing, prescribes medication and durable medical equipment, and places referrals as clinically appropriate.
+ Documents thoroughly and accurately in electronic medical records with a focus on ensuring continuity of care while complying with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
+ Collaborates with other teams and leads direct reports with the goal of clinical outcomes, clinical documentation excellence, and exceeding department goals.
+ Addresses chronic and acute primary care complaints, ascertains medical urgency, and takes appropriate action based on evidence-based guidelines. Seeks specialty consultation as needed.
+ Carries up to 50 lbs. of equipment daily. Equipment can be transported using a backpack or a rolling bag, depending on preference.
+ Participates in community-based initiatives geared towards building relationships with the community while addressing gaps in health care, such as pop-up clinics and shelters.
+ Drives up to 120 miles a day on a regular basis to a wide variety of locations within the assigned region(s) with potential for additional mileage on extended mileage days or special project days.
+ Actively participates in and leads regional meetings hosted by managers, peers, senior leadership team and other department leads including workshops, townhalls, huddles, new programs, new pilots, and initiatives.
**Job Qualifications**
**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ At least 3 years of experience as a nurse practitioner, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience, including experience as a Nurse Practitioner with Molina.
+ Active and unrestricted national certification from one of the following organizations: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
+ Current state-issued license to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
+ Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
+ Valid and unrestricted driver's license, reliable transportation, and adequate auto insurance for job related travel requirements.
+ Advanced computer skills. Proficient with Word, Excel, and Electronic Medical Record.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to work within a variety of settings and adjust style as needed - working with diverse populations and various personalities and personal situations.
+ Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision and demonstrate self-motivation.
+ Responsive in all forms of communication, and ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.
+ Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with individuals.
+ Excellent time management and prioritization skills; ability to focus on multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to change.
+ Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills.
**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
+ Leadership experience.
+ Home visit/Home health experience.
+ Bilingual
To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing
Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V
#PJNurse
#LI-AC1
Pay Range: $101,721 - $198,356 / ANNUAL
*Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

Job Summary:
Nurse practitioners (NP) provide health care services to patients who may have acute episodic conditions or chronic problems, as well as those seeking health evaluation, preventive care and/or education and counseling. NPs provide care in areas within KP in primary care or specialty departments consistent with their educational preparation following the Regional Standardized Procedures and Process Protocols for Ambulatory and Hospital-Based Practice. They perform complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting and evaluating diagnostic tests and examinations. Assume on-going responsibility for each patient from discovery of the disorder to recovery. Diagnose and treat both chronic and episodic disorders including complications of otherwise normal processes. Establish and document the health care plan and diagnosis, maintain records of each case that are sufficiently complete for any physician reviewing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan. Consistently demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members and to customers, contracted providers and vendors.
Essential Responsibilities:
+ Collect subjective data (obtain history).
+ Collect objective data (perform a physical exam).
+ Develop an assessment (diagnosis).
+ Develop and implement a management plan.
+ Facilitate the referral of patients to the appropriate health facilities, agencies and resources within the community.
+ Order pharmacologic interventions.
+ Develop and implement an educational plan.
+ Plan for appropriate follow-up care.
+ Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanentes Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanentes policies and procedures.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
+ Minimum one (1) year experience unless specified by department as an NP or PA.
Education
+ Graduate of an accredited RN and NP Program OR graduate of an accredited PA program.
+ Masters Degree in Nursing (effective 1/1/03 for those not previously grandfathered in by CMS- (NP only)).
License, Certification, Registration
+ Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number (California) AND Nurse Practitioner National Certificate AND Nurse Practitioner Certificate (California) AND Registered Nurse License (California)
OR
+ Physician Assistant License (California) AND Physician Assistant National Certificate
+ National Provider Identifier
+ Basic Life Support
Additional Requirements:
+ Willing to consider Physician Assistant job code 30008.
+ Current DEA Registration Number, if applicable.
+ If department elects to hire a new grad NP or PA, the California Furnishing Number and if applicable, the DEA Registration Number, must be obtained within twelve (12) months of hire.
+ The probationary period would also be extended from six (6) to twelve (12) months.
Notes:
+ If twelve (12) hour option chosen, shift will be 7:00 am - 7:30 pm with an 8-hour back up shift 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
+ Supports Allergy.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Dermatology, Per Diem
LOCATION: Bakersfield, California
REQNUMBER: 1337057
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.