Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: UP TO $160,000 / YEAR
VACANCY ANN#: STOI-25-083
TITLE: FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONER
DEPARTMENT: DCWMHC
SUPERVISOR: CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER
LOCATION: WELLPINIT, WA
STATUS: FULL-TIME
RATE OF PAY: UP TO $160,000/yr
OPENING DATE: AUGUST 25, 2025
CLOSING DATE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Join Our Team at the David C. Wynecoop Memorial Health Center!
Be a part of something meaningful we're growing!
The David C. Wynecoop Memorial Health Center (DCWMHC) is seeking compassionate, dedicated individuals to join our exceptional team. As we expand our services to better meet the needs of our community, were looking for team members who are passionate about providing high-quality, culturally competent care.
If you're ready to be part of a mission-driven organization that values service, respect, and community wed love to hear from you!
*SIGN ON BONUS for this position is $15,000
INTRODUCTION:
Under the direction of the Chief Medical Officer, The Family Nurse Practitioner serves as a medical provider at the David C. Wynecoop Memorial Health Center and will provide care for acute and chronic medical conditions within their scope of practice.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides medical screenings, evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment of health problems. Performs routine minor outpatient surgeries and procedures.
- Orders and interprets diagnostic and therapeutic tests relative to patients age-specific needs.
- Prescribes appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments.
- Facilitates staff, patient, and family decision making by providing educational tools.
- Performs the required medical treatment on patients in an efficient, effective, and professional manner.
- Provides emergency medical care when necessary.
- Coordinates referral services with appropriate staff.
- Obtains and documents medical history of each patient, including patient's chief complaint, present condition, patient's individual history, and family history.
- Provides positive participation in committees, as assigned.
- Assists with safety emergency preparedness and disaster planning.
- Other duties as assigned.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employee. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED FOR POSITION:
- Demonstrated competency dealing with all age groups including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.
- Independent, mature judgment is required in dealing with individual patients, treatment plans, and referral of complex cases.
- Ability to examine, diagnose, and provide medical treatment, seeking consultation as needed.
- Ability to develop and maintain positive working relations with the Clinic staff, Tribal members and their families, as well as outside health professionals.
- Ability to communicate effectively and relate to Tribal and community members, staff, and federal, state, and local health agencies.
- Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care, including EKG machine, PFT machine, AED, and Nebulizer.
- Ability to operate an electronic health records system and/or electronic patient management system.
- Ability to foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the Coquille Indian Tribe.
- Capacity to develop the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by
- providing ongoing feedback and by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods.
- Knowledge of medications and injection procedures.
- Ability to assess the specific age-related needs of patients.
- Possess awareness and sensitivity of Indian traditions, customs, and socioeconomic needs and ability to work effectively with diverse cultures.
- Knowledge of regulations on the confidentiality of medical records and Personal Health
- Information in alignment with HIPAA standards.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and objectivity under constant pressure and crisis situations.
- Ability to make decisions independently in accordance with established medical protocol, standing orders, and policy and procedures.
- Exhibit a level of computer literacy sufficient to use software such as word processing,
- spreadsheets, and databases to produce correspondence, documents, and reports.
- Ability to read and understand complex documents and manuals, as well as the ability to write such documents for use by others.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Requires a Masters degree in Nursing (MSN) or Doctoral degree in Nursing (DNP) from an accredited college or university.
- Ability to obtain and maintain appropriated Board certification and licensure with the State of Washington.
- At least one (1) years of experience as Nurse Practitioner in outpatient setting.
- Must have or be able to obtain proper licensure and registration for the prescription and dispensing of narcotics and controlled drugs.
- ACLS certification required or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
- Must be eligible for malpractice insurance.
- Current and valid Washington State drivers license in good standing with no insurability issues as determined by the Tribes insurance carrier is required.
- Required to accept the responsibility of a mandatory reporter of abuse and neglect of infants and children, people who are elderly or dependent, individuals with mental illness or development disabilities or residents of nursing homes and other health care facilities.
- This includes reporting any evidence of physical injury, neglect, sexual or emotional abuse or financial exploitation.
Must provide documentation of immunity to measles, and rubella, or become vaccinated with the recommended vaccines and hepatitis B vaccine Must test for Tuberculosis (TB) at time of hire and per the National Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines as required. Must have an annual health exam and a flu immunization and Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) vaccination or exemption as required.
Must successfully pass a Pre-employment drug screen test and submit to a criminal background check
Tribal Preference Policy: In accordance with the Spokane Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance Tribal Preference will be observed in hiring.
Veterans Preference: It shall be the policy of the Spokane Tribe to provide preference in hiring to qualified applicants claiming Veterans Preference who have been discharged from the United States Armed Forces with honor and under honorable conditions.
Contact: Donnie Lebret
E-mail: donnie.lebret@dcwmhc.com Phone: 509-258-4517 ext.767
Applications Must Be Received In The Human Resources Department No
Later Than 4:30 P.M. On The Closing Date
The Spokane Tribe Reserves The Right To Hire According To Its Tribal Preference Policy
All Positions With The Spokane Tribe Are Subject To A-90 Day Orientation Period