APP I, Primary Care

At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Job Description:

Job Summary

Responsible for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive primary and behavioral health care across ambulatory and inpatient settings. Conducts examinations, writes prescriptions, and develops thorough health care plans for diverse patient populations. Applies evidence-based practice, ensures safe, care, and demonstrates autonomy in medical decision-making. Maintains professionalism, effective communication, timely documentation, and ongoing professional development. Coordinates education, research, administrative services, and adapts to varying patient volumes and care environments.

Essential Functions

• Assesses patient status through interviews, chart reviews, and physical examinations.

• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests and screenings.

• Develops and implements treatment plans, including prescribing medications and procedures.

• Educates patients and families on health promotion, illness prevention, and treatment plans.

• Coordinates care and communicates case management information with clinical teams and community resources.

• Documents clinical activities promptly and accurately in medical records.

• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to manage acute and chronic medical needs.

• Participates in quality improvement, education, and professional development activities.

• Maintains professional licensure, CEUs, and compliance with accreditation requirements.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

Master’s degree in a nurse practitioner program, physician assistant program, or a related field

Experience Requirement

0+ years of experience in a relevant area

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C), Basic Life Support (BLS)

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

L. Loud noises: 1. Never

M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

O. Radiation: 1. Never

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions; and occasional standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds, lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves occasional exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; occasional risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; and occasional exposure to bloodborne or airborne pathogens. Additional occasional exposures include hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and combative or violent people.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department:

Medical Practice Management

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Time Type:

Full time

Address:

1279 Old Abbott Mountain Road

City, State:

Prestonsburg, Kentucky