Full-Time

Urgent Care Family Nurse Practitioner

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center

201-500 employees

Community health center delivering primary care

Compensation Overview

$110k - $120k/yr

Worcester, MA, USA

In Person

Master's

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)
Required Skills
Electronic Health Records (EHR)

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Requirements
  • At least 3 years of experience.
  • Completed Master's level Nursing Practice Degree and Family Nurse Practitioner Certification.
  • Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification.
  • Active, unrestricted Family Nurse Practitioner license in Massachusetts.
  • Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration and Drug Enforcement Administration registration.
Responsibilities
  • Provide medical care to patients with acute medical problems or acute exacerbations of chronic illnesses.
  • Examine patients, formulate diagnostic plans, and order diagnostic testing.
  • Interpret examination findings and test results and implement treatment plans.
  • Provide acute care for patients across the entire lifespan, including infants and pregnant patients.
  • Determine the need for consultation and assist in medical care and treatment provided by other specialists.
  • Participate in other care procedures according to training and demonstrated ability.
  • Prescribe and assess the effectiveness of pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate for patients' medical conditions.
  • Promote continuity for patients with the primary care team and facilitate appropriate follow-up with the primary care team when appropriate.
  • Meet the Health Center's annual productivity goal.
  • Maintain and update electronic health records in a systematic format and complete required documentation within 48 hours.
  • Work rotating weekday evening and Saturday morning hours.
Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center

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Kennedy CHC provides primary health care and related services through a network of medical facilities, dental sites, and school-based clinics in Worcester and nearby communities. It uses a medical home model where a care team delivers comprehensive care—covering primary and urgent care, specialty services, nutrition, dental, optometry, pharmacy, behavioral health, social services, and health education. The center distinguishes itself through broad access, a culturally representative staff, and school-based clinics, with a mission to be the health care provider of choice and a great place to work. Its goal is to improve community health by delivering high-quality, accessible, patient-centered, coordinated preventive care.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$60K

Headquarters

Worcester, Massachusetts

Founded

1972

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 2025 teledermatology cut unnecessary referrals for 80% of patients and sped consults.
  • FY2026 Massachusetts budget earmarked $200,000 for Kennedy CHW training, supporting service quality.
  • 2025 annual report rollout signals continued investment despite industrywide community-health-center stress.

What critics are saying

  • MassHealth cuts effective July 1, 2026 pressure reimbursement across its Medicaid-heavy patient mix.
  • HHS restructuring litigation from 2025 threatens federal community-health funding stability next year.
  • Leadership risk rose after CEO Kerrigan's 2026 DUI case, damaging employer brand and partnerships.

What makes Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center unique

  • Online self-scheduling launched in 2026 for existing patients, improving access and retention.
  • Worcester flagship and Framingham sites hold NCQA PCMH recognition for coordinated primary care.
  • Eleven sites, 500 employees, and 33,000 patients create dense community-health coverage.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Disability Insurance

Professional Development Budget

Remote Work Options

Company News

Worcester Business Journal
Apr 29th, 2024
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Steve Kerrigan joined Edward M. Kennedy Community Health's team in 2019 with an extensive career in politics and advocacy.