Nurse Practitioner - Primary School Based Health - Full Time

Company: Christus Health
Location: Lake Charles
Posted on: February 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Description Summary: Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. Interprets data, develops and implements therapeutic plans, and follows through on a continuum of care across the health-illness continuum in a school-based setting. Candidates will be expected to follow policies and procedures and support the Mission, Vision and Core Values of CHRISTUS Health. Responsibilities: - Provides diagnosis and treatment of common acute illnesses, prevention and maintenance healthcare to patients with stable chronic illnesses, perform physical examinations for patients within prescribed guidelines in a school-based setting - Provide health education to patients as required. - Maintain accurate records, medication lists, and documentation of care and follow-up for administrative purposes and reimbursement services. - Maintains competence in clinical practice, supervises and intervenes with clinical issues and support/directs triage by clinical staff when necessary. - Adheres to drug formulary developed by the practice. Experience - NP/PA with family medicine experience is preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications - Current certification to practice as an Advance Nurse Practitioner or PA in the State of Louisiana required. - Board Certification as an advanced practice clinician is required - American Heart Association BLS – within two (2) weeks of employment. - ACLS certification recommended. Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time Recruiter: Richelle Howell richelle.howell@christushealth.org

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