Nurse Practitioner
Company: Fairfax Family Practice Centers PC
Location: Herndon
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
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Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Herndon Family Medicine is seeking
qualified APPs to join our team. Nurse Practitioners are a crucial
part of our healthcare team, bringing a unique blend of clinical
expertise and compassionate care to our medical practice. Herndon
Family Medicine is an independent family medical practice,
established over 30 years ago. We offer a unique opportunity to
practice in a collaborative environment, side by side with other
APPs and physicians, providing high-quality, patient-centered
medical care to our community. This role also offers flexibility in
scheduling, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance –
something that’s not always available in hospital or large practice
settings. Additionally, we support our team’s growth and
development with one-on-one professional engagement to support
career advancement. We are seeking licensed Nurse Practitioners to
join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an APP
to build strong, lasting patient relationships while working in a
supportive and well-structured practice environment.
Responsibilities & Duties Conducting comprehensive patient
evaluations, including obtaining medical histories, conducting
physical exams, and treatment planning. Diagnosing and managing
acute and chronic illnesses in coordination with supervising
physicians, utilizing evidence-based medicine and adhering to
established clinical guidelines to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Prescribing authority, when appropriate, including understanding
pharmacology and prescribing medications. Managing overall patient
care and devising individualized care plans. Educating and
counseling patients on preventive care, health maintenance and
disease prevention. Collaborating with physicians and other
healthcare professionals. Ensuring compliance with healthcare laws
and regulations. Maintaining accurate and detailed patient records
and documentation in electronic medical records system (EMR).
Participating in research and quality improvement initiatives.
Performing clinical procedures within scope of practice.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and staff to ensure seamless
patient care. Requirements: Qualifications & Skills Master's or
Doctorate degree through an accredited program Current and
unrestricted Virginia license. Certification from a recognized
certifying body (e.g., AANP, ANCC, NCCPA). Minimum of one year of
clinical experience in primary care, family medicine, or internal
medicine preferred (new graduates with strong clinical rotations
may be considered). Strong clinical judgment and decision-making
skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems. Commitment
to continuing education and professional development. Advanced
clinical training and experience. Proficiency in performing
clinical procedures. Strong understanding of healthcare laws and
ethics. Ability to manage complex patient cases. Strong
problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Dedication to
providing high-quality patient care. Ability to work independently,
while collaborating effectively with a healthcare team. Up-to-date
knowledge of medical advancements and technologies. Familiarity
with state and federal regulations regarding scope of practice for
APPs. Understanding of patient privacy laws, including HIPAA
compliance.
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