Nurse Practitioner Preceptorship Program

Description Valley Healthcare System, Inc., formerly known as the Community Health Center of South Columbus, has been providing high-quality, affordable healthcare since 1994. Serving the Chattahoochee Valley region and beyond, we offer medical, dental, vision, behavioral health, outreach, and pharmacy services. We are a mission-driven organization committed to improving the health and well-being of all individuals, regardless of circumstances.

Program Overview Valley Healthcare System, Inc. (VHcS) is committed to developing the next generation of healthcare providers through hands-on clinical learning experiences. The Nurse Practitioner (NP) Preceptorship Program offers graduate-level Nurse Practitioner students the opportunity to gain practical clinical experience in a patient-centered, team-based healthcare environment.

Participants will work alongside experienced physicians and nurse practitioners to enhance clinical knowledge, strengthen patient care skills, and gain exposure to community-based healthcare delivery while serving diverse and underserved populations.

• Program Objectivities Provide supervised clinical experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) environment.
• Enhance advanced patient assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Strengthen clinical decision-making and treatment planning.
• Promote evidence-based practice and quality patient outcomes.
• Develop proficiency in patient education and preventive care.
• Introduce team-based, integrated healthcare delivery models.
• Support transition from academic training to professional practice.

Duties & Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history and physical examinations under supervision. Participate in diagnosing and managing acute and chronic medical conditions. Assist with development and implementation of treatment plans. Document patient encounters accurately in the electronic health record. Provide patient education focused on prevention, chronic disease management, and wellness. Observe and assist with clinical procedures as appropriate to skill level. Participate in care team huddles and interdisciplinary meetings. Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, behavioral health providers, and support staff. Follow Valley Healthcare System policies, procedures, and HIPAA regulations. Complete required clinical hours and academic documentation. Learning Opportunities Primary Care Services Chronic Disease Management (Hypertension, Diabetes, etc.) Preventive Health Screenings Women’s Health Pediatric Care

Requirements

Enrolled in an accredited Nurse Practitioner program (FNP, AGNP, PMHNP, etc.) Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license Current BLS certification (ACLS preferred, if applicable) Malpractice insurance (provided by school or student) Affiliation agreement between academic institution and organization (if required) Completion of onboarding requirements (background check, immunizations, etc.) Compliance & Confidentiality Participants must adhere to all Federal, State, and Local healthcare regulations, including HIPAA Privacy & Security standards. All participants must sign a Pledge of Confidentiality and maintain confidentiality of all written, verbal, and electronic patient information. Participants must secure their workspaces and log off systems when unattended. Non-compliance may result in immediate dismissal from the volunteer program. Physical & Environmental Requirements Frequent walking, standing, reaching, bending, and lifting. Ability to assist or lift patients when necessary (may exceed 50 pounds). Normal vision, hearing, and hand-eye coordination required. Must be able to perform duties under stressful conditions and irregular hours.