Full-Time
Nurse Practitioner-Clinics
Kaweah Health
1,001-5,000 employees
Non-profit hospital system delivering trauma care
Compensation Overview
$70.09 - $105.14/hr
Porterville, CA, USA
In Person
On-site; day shift; Lindsay, CA.
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- CA Nurse Practitioner (NP) and Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number
- Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration
- CA RN license
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- NP Certification by national certification board and Master’s degree in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree; or obtained Medicare billing privileges as an NP before Jan 1, 2003 and NP Certification by national certification board; or obtained Medicare billing privileges prior to Jan 1, 2001.
- Prior to hire, HR must receive clearance from KH Medical Staff office that the medical staff credentialing process is complete.
- Secures a complete health history, including obstetric, gynecologic, contraceptive, medical, surgical, family health and psychosocial aspects, and records findings accurately and succinctly.
- Performs appropriate general examinations, diagnostic tests, and other types of more specialized procedures as may be indicated by patient history and complaints, according to protocol.
- Provides specialized and/or advanced practice services within the scope of training.
- Provides relevant patient instruction and education, including medication information, disease education, health promotion, care instructions, etc.
- Follows up on all abnormal findings within a timely manner, responds to patient clinical needs, and refers to other providers as appropriate.
- Charts all information with regard to the client's examination and plans for treatment within the electronic medical record; chart review meets quality improvement standards; completes timely chart documentation.
- Consults with assigned supervising physician when necessary; reviews complex cases with the supervising physician in accordance with appropriate protocols (e.g. nurse practitioner protocols or physician assistant service agreement).
- Pursues and completes ongoing, high-level continuing medical education activities; shares new clinical practice updates or information with the Advanced Practice Provider team and clinical leadership.
- Attends Advanced Practice Provider and clinical site meetings to keep current with organization communication and priorities; participates and engages in organizational quality improvement initiatives; provides feedback and input on clinical processes.
- Coordinates clinic coverage with other providers; provide backup coverage as needed.
- Provides care delivery within a team-based, patient-centered approach; engages the patient and their family in the decision-making process regarding their care; utilizes care team members appropriately (pharmacist, care coordinators, dietitians, etc.).
- Utilizes evidence-based practice guidelines and resources for clinical practice.
- Works collaboratively with all members of the care team and support staff; acts as a clinical team leader for safety, training, and support of staff as indicated.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area; knowledgeable of growth and development for all patient/family cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age-specific needs; able to effectively communicate and care for patient and family as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Bilingual preferred.
Kaweah Health is a public, not-for-profit health system based in Visalia, California, serving the Central Valley since 1963. It operates a 581-bed medical center, a large outpatient clinic, and several facilities, offering emergency care, cancer treatment, cardiovascular services, rehabilitation, and other medical services. It is the largest hospital system in Tulare County and a certified trauma center. As a not-for-profit, it reinvests earnings back into the community to fund new services, facilities, and programs, with a strategic focus on accessible, high-quality healthcare. The organization has launched an financial recovery plan, “Operation Back in Black,” to improve finances through revenue enhancement and cost reduction, and partners with Medline to enhance supply chain and operational efficiency. Its goal is to provide broad, high-quality healthcare to its community while strengthening financial sustainability and expanding services as needed.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$8.7M
Headquarters
Visalia, California
Founded
1963
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Nursing shortage dropped from 25% in 2021 to 7% via Unitek College partnership.
- $20.8 million Distressed Hospital Loan received March 4, 2024, boosts liquidity.
- Jonna Schengel appointed Zone 2 board representative through December 4, 2026.
What critics are saying
- Employment discrimination lawsuit triggers multimillion-dollar settlements in 6-12 months.
- Debt service failure after 106 layoffs breaches $20.75M loan covenants in 3-6 months.
- 7% nursing shortage with 70 RN vacancies risks fines and service cutbacks in 12-18 months.
What makes Kaweah Health unique
- Kaweah Health operates Tulare County's largest 581-bed trauma center since 1963.
- Operation Back in Black drives revenue growth and cost reductions for financial recovery.
- Medline partnership optimizes supply chain and operational efficiency.
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Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Flexible Work Hours
Company News
Kaweah Health board appoints Jonna Schengel as Zone 2 representative. The Kaweah Health Board of Directors has appointed Jonna Schengel, PT, MA, Ed.D., to serve as the Zone 2 representative, filling the seat vacated by the retirement of Lynn Havard Mirviss, RN, Ed.D. Schengel will serve out the remainder of the term through Dec. 4, 2026. Schengel is currently the Dean of Career Technical Education (CTE) and Workforce Development, Industry and Technology, Manufacturing, Nursing and Allied Health at College of the Sequoias (COS). Selected from a pool of highly qualified candidates, she brings extensive expertise in healthcare education and workforce development to the board. A Visalia resident since 1991, Schengel has deep roots in the local healthcare community. She worked as a physical therapist and founded Central California Physical Therapy Specialists before selling the practice in 2011. At COS, she developed the physical therapist assistant program and significantly expanded the nursing program, further demonstrating her commitment to building the regional healthcare workforce. "I understand how important Kaweah Health is to the vitality of the Central Valley, not just for the employees who work here, but also for the patients," Schengel said. "Ultimately, I want Kaweah Health to be the premier provider of healthcare in the Central Valley." With her strong background in health sciences and educational leadership, Schengel looks forward to contributing her experience, perspective, and commitment to supporting the mission and future of Kaweah Health. Kaweah Health is the community name for the Kaweah Delta Health Care District, a public hospital district serving the greater Visalia area. The district covers 183 square miles, encompassing all of Visalia and Goshen and parts of Ivanhoe and Farmersville. The district is divided into five equally populated zones, each represented on the board by a locally elected member. Board members serve four-year terms and may run for re-election without limit.
Kaweah Health graduates nursing staff as shortage plagues county. VISALIA, Calif. - Kaweah Health has graduated an inaugural class of nurses under a new partnership that seeks to address a shortage in Tulare County. In 2020, the hospital partnered with Unitek College, an institution that offers higher education in medicine and nursing throughout the country. It has physical campuses in California, Nevada, and New Mexico. Thirteen graduates received their Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees this month. The new nurses come at an opportune time, as there has been a decline in the number of people working in hospitals across the nation and the Central Valley. The COVID-19 pandemic left significant impacts in the medical field - like stress and excessive workloads - which made the nursing shortage worsen... Kaweah Health officials say the hospital faced a 25% nursing shortage in 2021. That figure sparked the urge to close the gap and improve nurse capacity in the county. The college proposed creating a program within Kaweah Health for prospective nurses who are interested in studying and working at the same time. Dianne Cox, chief human resources officer at Kaweah Health, says the nursing shortage at its hospital is now 7%. "We have 70 vacancies of registered nurses and about 1000 direct patient care registered nurses positions available. We're doing very well with recruitment and retention," Cox said. "We really believe that we will have solved our nursing shortage in Visalia and Tulare County." The program is primarily available to hospital employees, though there are some exceptions. To apply, employees must go through a testing process and provide references. Currently, 160 employees are enrolled. After the 13 graduates who completed the program this month, the hospital expects roughly 50 participants will graduate each year after. Interim Chief Nursing Officer Scott Baker says this program has great potential, especially since it could help fill vacancies by nursing staff who will soon retire. "As we grow this program, and as we hire more of these nurses, this is going to feed the hospital," Baker said. "Having this pool of nurses to pull in will refresh that, and as we grow them into clinical experts, it really balances out what we're going to be losing." Kaweah Health has also partnered in recent years with Porterville College and San Joaquin Valley College's radiologic technology program to boost training and medical staffing.
FRESNO, Calif. (KGPE) - Kaweah Health was recently recognized as being a top 100 hospital in the nation for spine surgery by Healthgrades.
Kaweah Health named in employment discrimination case.
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