Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Float (Escondido)

Company: Neighborhood Healthcare
Location: El Cajon
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description The Advanced Practice Provider Float works to support the mission and vision of Neighborhood Healthcare by providing excellent patient-centered care and services within a dynamic team environment. This role will provide direct healthcare services to patients under the direction and responsibility of Physicians in three main categories: direct patient care, team support, and clinical administration. RESPONSIBILITIES DIRECT PATIENT CARE Performs comprehensive physical examinations on patients, including review of patient medical data, such as health history Orders, administers, and interprets test results for diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, and wound care, and managing infection Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance Impacts patient experiences by demonstrating courteous and helpful behavior and a commitment to accuracy Assesses and provides age-appropriate care to patients TEAM SUPPORT Shares accountability for overall patient health outcomes, working in coordination with care teams Operates to instill confidence in our care and in our facilities to patients, fellow employees, and other stakeholders Responds promptly and with caring actions to patients and employees Maintains professional working relationships with all levels of staff, clients, and the public Cooperates in accomplishing communicated department goals and objective CLINICAL ADMINISTRATION Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care Performs in accordance with NHC practice protocols and under the guidance and supervision of the supervising MD(s), according to the terms of the Supervisory Agreement Keeps informed of organizational activities and promote mission and goals Functions at highest level according to credentials and competency EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Master’s degree from an accredited physician assistant or nurse practitioner program required Valid CA Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner certification required Valid CA DEA license required Valid BLS certification from approved American Health Association provider required upon hire ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including superior composition, typing and proofreading skills Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form Knowledgeable about and experience with providing direct care to patients Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously Excellent planning and organizational ability Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently Ability to work with highly confidential information in a professional and ethical manner Physical Requirements Ability to lift/carry 20 lbs/weight Ability to stand for long periods of time COMPLIANCE (Safety & HIPPA) Follow all safety procedures as outlined in Neighborhood Healthcare’s Illness and Injury Prevention Plan (IIPP) and report any injuries and/or unsafe conditions immediately Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to safe work practices Follow all safety procedures and report unsafe conditions Use appropriate body mechanics to ensure an injury free environment Be familiar with location of nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exits Follow all infection control procedures including blood-borne pathogen protocols Maintain privacy of all patient, employee and volunteer information and access such information only on a need-to-know basis for business purposes Comply with all regulations regarding corporate integrity and security obligations Report all behavior and/or activity that are unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful Pay range: $147k to $199k per year, depending on experience. (DOE)

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