Advanced Practice Provider - Neurosurgery

Collaborates with physicians to provide comprehensive assessment, treatment and evaluation of patients in an outpatient clinic setting Performs history and physical examinations on new and return patients Establishes presumptive diagnosis and the general workup of the patient by ordering appropriate laboratory studies and testing Works in collaboration with physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow-up Conducts comprehensive or episodic health assessments and develops patient care plans within clinical nursing practice and medical care protocols Reviews, assesses patient medications Evaluates outcomes of care delivered to patients and initiates changes in the nursing approach accordingly Triages clinic patient calls Notifies physician of need and follows up with patient according to provider instructions as necessary Requirements Current Ohio Registered Nursing License Master’s degree in nursing or successful completion of an acceptable Nurse Practitioner education program, or Physician Assistant Program Certification including Prescriptive Authority Knowledge of triage procedures along with clinic, physician office and/or urgent care experience Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards Knowledge of appropriate procedures and standards for the administration of medications and patient care aids Ability to educate and clearly communicate with patients and/or families as to the nature of disease and to provide instruction on proper care and treatment High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations Analytical ability and critical thinking to gather and interpret data and develop, recommend, and implement solutions #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor