Community Health of Central WA (CHCW) is an organization focused on patient centered care, education of our future healthcare workforce, and providing healthcare services needed in our community. We value work life fit and provide a work environment dedicated to achieving and improving the quality of our employees daily experiences.
Reputable Teaching FQHC with Strong Ties to our Community
Founded by our Central WA Family Medicine Residency program (CWFM) in 1993, CHCW has grown into an integrated community health center to include full spectrum primary care, pediatric, senior residential care, behavioral and addiction care, and dental serving the Yakima and Kittitas Counties at multiple sites.
Our Clinics and Programs
Central Washington Family Medicine Residency / Central Washington Family Medicine Clinic / Yakima Pediatrics / Naches Medical Clinic / Highland Clinic / Community Health of Central Washington Ellensburg / Ellensburg Dental Care / Senior and Residential Care / Senior Smiles / Connect (Substance Use Disorder Treatment) / Primary Care Behavioral Health / Population Health
Our Central WA Family Medicine and Highland Clinic need a Family Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence-based primary healthcare. Come work in a collaborative, team-focused environment to provide the patients and families in our region access to high quality, and affordable care.
WHY COMMUNITY HEALTH OF CENTRAL WA?
Work/Life fit: Enjoy a flexible 4-day workweek with dedicated admin time
Lifestyle Choice: We have clinics located in urban and rural/smaller communities in Yakima and Kittitas Counties for those that want a calmer lifestyle
Advocacy: For patients and providers. Administration round tables with providers for input with strategic planning
Teaching-Friendly Culture: Share your passion with nursing students
Structured Onboarding: To set you up with success.
Meaningful Patient Care: Serve a diverse population with room to explore your specialty interest
Longevity and Reputation: CHCW has been a trusted partner in the health and wellbeing of our communities for over 30 years.
Spanish speaking? That s a big plus in our vibrant, bilingual community.
Modern Tech: We use OCHIN EPIC for a seamless EMR experience; DAX copilot or Dragon dictation software
On-Site Support:
Strong and robust Primary Care Behavioral Health with BHCs on site and warm handoffs within minutes
Support services: lab, xray, pharmacy, evening clinic (certain services are site specific)
Clinical Support: fully staffed with MAs, RNs, after-hours triage, and case managers
Providers: Great blend of residents, new grads, mid-career, tenured physicians, and APPs
COMPENSATION & PERKS
- Annual Base Salary: $130,000-$156,000. Salary is based on encounters per day (18-26 tiered level), and experience bonus. An additional quality incentive is paid out yearly.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx, AD&D, Life, LTD, HSA, and FTCA malpractice coverage.
- Employee premiums as low as $0-$25/month, with subsidized family coverage.
- Health & Wellness programs.
- Generous PTO, extended illness time, and 9 paid holidays.
- CME allowances and dedicated time.
- Approved sites for Student Loan Repayment Programs and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
- Relocation and sign-on bonuses.
QUALIFICATIONS
- ARNP, MSN with FNP certification.
- Current, unrestricted RN license.
- WA License or the ability to obtain a WA license.
- DEA certificate.
- Approved for credentialing with health plans, Medicare, Medicaid.
- Prefer experienced FNPs but new grads with extensive nursing experience in direct patient care in PC/UC , ER/trauma, critical care, med/surg will be considered.
- If you are a new FNP with an active RN multistate license in another state, you must have graduated less than 12 months ago to be considered.
LIVE THE GOOD LIFE IN CENTRAL WA
Yakima offers over 300 days of sunshine, breathtaking views of Mt. Rainier and Mt. Adams, easy access to outdoor adventures within minutes, and a lower cost of living. With great schools, award-winning gourmet dining venues, a variety of ethnic restaurants, family-friendly events, wineries and microbreweries, and easy travel to Seattle and Portland, it s the ideal place to plant roots.