Jobs at Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems (Now Hiring) — 4 open

Deliver High-Quality, Patient-Centered Care Where It Matters Most.
At Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems (SVCHS), we believe everyone deserves access to exceptional, compassionate healthcare close to home. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide integrated, patient-centered, whole-person care to individuals and families across Southwest Virginia, regardless of their ability to pay.

We're seeking a compassionate and collaborative Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) who is passionate about improving community health outcomes and building lasting relationships with patients. Whether you are an experienced provider or a newer graduate looking for a supportive environment, you'll join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering accessible, high-quality primary care in a community-rooted organization.

If you're looking for meaningful work, clinical autonomy, outstanding work-life balance, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we'd love to meet you.

Why Join SVCHS?
At SVCHS, you'll become part of a mission-driven organization that values clinical excellence, teamwork, innovation, and compassionate care.

What We Offer

• Mission-driven work serving underserved communities
• Integrated care model with medical, behavioral health, pharmacy, dental, and care management services
• Collaborative, supportive provider team
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• CME allowance and paid CME time
• Professional liability coverage (FTCA)
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Licensure and credentialing support
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership

Position Summary
The Family Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive primary healthcare services to patients across the lifespan through assessment, diagnosis, treatment, health promotion, disease prevention, and ongoing management of acute and chronic medical conditions.
Working as an integral member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team, the Nurse Practitioner delivers evidence-based, patient-centered care while promoting improved health outcomes through education, preventive services, care coordination, and collaborative practice.

The Nurse Practitioner practices under physician supervision until independent practice authority has been granted in accordance with Virginia law.What You'll Do
Provide Comprehensive Primary Care

• Perform comprehensive health assessments and physical examinations
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based clinical guidelines
• Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions within scope of practice
• Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory studies, imaging, and other diagnostic testing
• Monitor treatment effectiveness and modify care plans as appropriate
• Provide preventive care and wellness services
• Deliver urgent and emergency care, including CPR when required

Deliver Patient-Centered Care

• Build trusting relationships with patients and families
• Educate patients regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, and disease prevention
• Encourage healthy lifestyle choices and chronic disease self-management
• Coordinate care across multiple providers and specialties
• Refer patients requiring specialty or hospital-based services
• Conduct home visits for non-ambulatory patients as appropriate
• Provide care in skilled nursing facilities when assigned

Collaborate Across the Care Team

• Work closely with physicians, nurses, behavioral health providers, pharmacists, dental providers, and care coordinators
• Participate in integrated care planning
• Consult supervising physicians regarding complex patient care
• Foster a respectful, collaborative, team-oriented clinical environment

Maintain Clinical Excellence

• Document patient encounters accurately and timely within the electronic health record
• Maintain complete and compliant medical records
• Meet established productivity and quality standards
• Follow Joint Commission standards and National Patient Safety Goals
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Support data collection and collaborative reporting activities
• Attend medical staff meetings and clinical quality activities

Qualifications
Required

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current Virginia Nurse Practitioner license or eligibility
• Current DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
• Current BLS certification
• Eligible for credentialing and privileging
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care

Preferred

• Primary Adult or Pediatric care experience
• Experience managing chronic diseases across the lifespan \

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Successful candidates demonstrate:

• Evidence-based clinical decision-making
• Strong diagnostic and treatment planning skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Commitment to integrated, whole-person care
• Ability to manage a diverse patient population
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Collaborative approach to interdisciplinary care
• Compassion, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity
• Adaptability in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Commitment to continuous learning and quality improvement

Why You'll Love Working Here
At SVCHS, your work has purpose. Every day you will help improve access to high-quality healthcare for individuals and families throughout Southwest Virginia while working alongside dedicated professionals who share your passion for serving the community.
We invest in our providers by fostering collaboration, encouraging professional growth, supporting work-life balance, and empowering our teams to deliver exceptional patient care.
Together, we're building healthier communities through accessible, compassionate, and coordinated healthcare.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity & E-Verify Statement

Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable law.

Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems participates in the E-Verify program. All newly hired employees are required to complete Form I-9 and will have their employment eligibility verified through E-Verify in accordance with federal law.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all individuals hired must provide documentation establishing identity and authorization to work in the United States. SVCHS does not use E-Verify to pre-screen applicants and will not take adverse action against an individual based solely on tentative non-confirmation results.

Applicants requiring assistance with the application process due to a disability may contact Human Resources for support.