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Family Nurse Practitioner job description

A Family Nurse Practitioner is a medical professional who provides advanced healthcare to patients of all ages for disease prevention, counseling and the treatment of complex medical conditions.

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Refreshed on

April 28, 2022

Reviewed by

Eftychia Karavelaki

Senior Recruitment Manager

 

Use this Family Nurse Practitioner job description to advertise your vacancies and find qualified candidates. Feel free to modify responsibilities and requirements based on your needs.

Family Nurse Practitioner responsibilities include:

  • Diagnosing and treating health conditions
  • Formulating treatment plans for acute and chronic diseases
  • Educating patients on healthy lifestyle habits

Job brief

We are looking for a Family Nurse Practitioner to join our team and provide family-focused care in our organization.

Family Nurse Practitioner responsibilities include educating patients about disease prevention, performing diagnostic tests and managing the overall care for patients.

Ultimately, you will work directly with patients to help identify and address complex medical conditions.

Responsibilities

  • Order and analyze diagnostic tests
  • Counsel patients about options for their medical conditions
  • Prescribe medication as needed
  • Conduct examinations of the body
  • Manage overall patient care
  • Educate patients on preventative care and disease management

Requirements and skills

  • Proven work experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner or similar role
  • Clinical training in family medicine
  • Minimum of 3 years experience
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Computer literacy
  • Relevant training and/or certifications as a Family Nurse Practitioner

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