<p>The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.</p> <p>Learn more about Louisiana Department of Health</p> <p>Join the Louisiana Department of Health, Office of Public Health, as an RN Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner serving the Region 3 Parish Health Units. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive primary and preventive healthcare to individuals and families while making a meaningful impact on community health. The Nurse Practitioner works collaboratively with a dedicated healthcare team, promotes a positive public health image, and delivers care in accordance with a collaborative practice agreement. With prescriptive authority and a dynamic scope of practice, this position also includes statewide responsibilities that offer variety, professional growth, and the chance to serve communities beyond your home parish. The ideal applicant would be a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). If you are a motivated NP seeking purposeful work, teamwork, and the opportunity to improve public health across Louisiana, we encourage you to apply.</p> <p>Possession of a current Louisiana Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or a temporary permit.</p> <p>NOTE:</p> <p>The temporary APRN permit allows an APRN applicant to work in a limited capacity for up to 120 days while awaiting review for full APRN licensure by the nursing board. An APRN applicant cannot medically diagnose or medically manage patients until they are licensed and have prescriptive authority. If the APRN license is not received within the 120-day period and the permit expires, the employee must be removed from the position.</p> <p>The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:</p> <ul> <li>Conducts comprehensive health assessments and physical examinations, including PAP smears, breast and pelvic exams, and evaluates diagnostic data to diagnose conditions, prescribe treatment, provide counseling, and develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care for Maternity, Family Planning, and STD patients. </li><li>Plans, coordinates, and adjusts patient care by identifying healthcare needs, allocating appropriate resources, consulting with physicians and other providers as needed, and making timely changes based on patient response to treatment. </li><li>Provides advanced nursing expertise and technical assistance to Parish Health Unit staff by implementing evidence-based healthcare strategies and collaborating with medical and nursing leadership to plan, implement, and evaluate Maternity, Family Planning, and STD programs. </li><li>Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities, including preparing reports, conducting QA audits and utilization reviews, and supporting adherence to OPH policies, procedures, and public health nursing standards. </li><li>Maintains accurate, confidential patient records and legal documentation in compliance with HIPAA, Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals-Office of Public Health policies, and Louisiana State Board of Nursing regulations; maintains required licensure, certifications, and continuing education. </li><li>Provides on-call and emergency response coverage during declared state emergencies, delivering advanced nursing care, supporting emergency preparedness and response activities, and serving as a clinical resource and role model to multidisciplinary healthcare teams. </li></ul> <p>Position-Specific Details:</p> <p>Location: Office of Public Health / Region 3-BRCO / Multiple Parishes: Assumption, Lafourche, St. Charles, St. James, St. John, St. Mary and Terrebonne</p> <p>Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a Probationary or a Promotional appointment</p> <p>Cost Center: 3262109003</p> <p>Position Number(s): 163918</p> <p>How To Apply:</p> <p>No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.</p> <p>To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. </p> <ul> <li>Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. </li></ul> <p>Contact Information:</p> <p>Paul Tran</p> <p>Paul.Tran3@la.gov</p> <p>LA Department of Health (LDH)</p> <p>Division of Human Resources</p> <p>PO Box 4818</p> <p>Baton Rouge, LA 70821</p> <p>225-342-6477</p> <p>This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. </p> <p>LDH supports Louisiana's commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. </p> <p>Information on the Louisiana Works, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here.</p>