Nurse Practitioner - Adult or Family Medicine

Job Description

Job Description

Nurse Practitioner - Adult or Family Medicine

Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers, Inc. is looking for a talented Adult/Family Medicine - Nurse Practitioner with the highest level of professionalism to step into our fast-paced facility!

Summary: The Nurse Practitioner provides the patient with cost effective care in a competent manner, to diagnose and treat illnesses and disorders consistent with medical protocols established with the collaborating physician.

Hours: We offer flexible schedules with both part time and full time opportunities. General daytime hours Monday - Friday with rotating Saturdays and at least one late night per week.

Position Responsibilities/Duties:

• Perform physical assessment by interviewing, recording and interpreting medical and social history of the patient
• Develop an accurate identification of patient's health problems based upon correct interpretation of findings, record findings, lab and/or diagnostic results and existing medical records
• Develop, implement and coordinate all aspects of a comprehensive health care plans for patients.
• Manage the plan of care by monitoring the client's response to the therapeutic regimen, recording patient's progress, and counseling if needed
• Order lab tests or diagnostic procedures; initiate referrals to other health care providers and/or consulting physicians as needed
• Coordinate all aspects of patient care, discharge and follow-up plans
• Facilitate interaction and cooperation among health care staff involved in the planning and provision of health care
• Prescribe medication according to State, Federal, and organization guidelines
• Maintain current technical knowledge and seek educational and professional opportunities to enhance clinical practice and competency
• Review patient's records, along with physician, to ensure a complete assessment of needs

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university
• NJ Nurse Practitioner license, CDS,DEA, and CPR
• Experience working in Family Practice environment, community health experience preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Bi-Lingual (Spanish) preferred

Southern Jersey Family Medical Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.