Community Health Services Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (NP/PA)

Position Summary

The Community Health Services Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant provides comprehensive primary and preventive healthcare services to individuals and families within a community-based setting. This role focuses on improving access to care, managing acute and chronic conditions, promoting health equity, and delivering culturally competent, patient-centered care to diverse and underserved populations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive primary care services including health assessments, diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic conditions
Deliver preventive care services such as health screenings, immunizations, and wellness education
Manage chronic diseases including diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and cardiovascular conditions
Provide care coordination and referrals to specialty, behavioral health, and social support services
Address social determinants of health and connect patients with community resources
Promote health education, disease prevention, and lifestyle modification
Provide care across the lifespan as appropriate to scope of practice
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, care managers, social workers, and community partners
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record
Participate in population health initiatives, outreach programs, and quality improvement activities
Support care transitions and continuity of care
Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
Current NP or PA certification and state licensure
Eligibility for credentialing and privileging
DEA registration or eligibility
Prior experience in community health, primary care, or public health preferred

Skills and Competencies

Strong primary care and clinical assessment skills
Knowledge of community-based healthcare delivery and population health
Ability to work with diverse and underserved populations
Excellent communication, cultural competency, and patient education skills
Ability to work collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams
Commitment to health equity, prevention, and patient-centered care

Work Environment

Community health centers, outpatient clinics, mobile health units, or public health facilities
May include extended hours, outreach activities, or limited call depending on program needs

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinic and community settings
Manual dexterity for examinations and clinical procedures
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and communication

Community Health Services NP/PA - South Dakota