Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) Opportunity in Washington State

Position: Advanced Practice Nurse (APN)
Location: Washington State
Type: Full-Time

Opportunity Overview:

Join our dedicated healthcare team as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) and play a crucial role in enhancing patient care. We are looking for a skilled and compassionate APN to deliver exceptional services in both outpatient and acute medical settings. This position offers a dynamic work environment where critical thinking, effective communication, and independence are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in outpatient or acute care settings.
• Utilize critical thinking and decision-making skills to address complex patient needs and collaborate effectively with other healthcare providers.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to patients, families, and staff while upholding high standards of care.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities to manage patient care in a fast-paced environment.
• Stay informed about mandatory and regulatory requirements, including HIPAA, CLIA, and CMS standards.
• Accurately code and charge for services rendered, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to coding standards.
• Utilize electronic medical record (EMR) systems and other computer tools efficiently to manage patient data and clinical information.

Qualifications:

• Education/Licensure:

  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an active RN license in Washington State.
  • Master’s or Doctoral Degree from an accredited institution recognized by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
  • Current unrestricted registration/license in Washington State as an Advanced Practice Nurse.
  • Certification as a Nurse Practitioner from the American Nurse’s Credentialing Center or American Academy of Nursing preferred.
  • Current BLS and ACLS/PALS certifications required.

• Experience:

  • At least one year of recent full-time experience providing direct patient care in outpatient or acute care settings preferred.

• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

  • Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage complex cases independently.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective interaction with colleagues, patients, and families.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and EMR systems.
  • Ability to perform sensory tasks (vision, speech, touch, etc.) for accurate patient assessment and treatment.
  • Proven ability to work well in a team, manage stress, and adapt to changing environments.
  • Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in patient care and documentation.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• A supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic team committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Klickitat Valley Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

We look forward to reviewing your application and considering you for this exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care!

Klickitat Valley Health is a rural, critical-access hospital located in scenic Goldendale, Washington only two hours from Portland along the breathtaking Columbia River Gorge. KVH offers emergency and acute inpatient care and a full scope of ancillary services including General Surgery, Diagnostic Imaging, Laboratory, Respiratory Therapy, PT / OT, Behavioral Health, Orthopedics, Dental, Pain Management and Hospice. The hospital also owns a busy, well-established primary clinic that is located on hospital campus. Inpatient care is managed by 24/7 Hospitalist staff. KVH employs nearly 300 staff.