Advanced Practice Provider

Position Summary

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant takes patient history, examines, orders diagnostic tests, prescribes, counsels/educates patients, and promotes/delivers quality patient care in family practice setting. The NP or PA renders collaborative nursing care via the RHC Standardized Procedures, to a caseload of patients. Advanced practice nursing standards of care/practice and professional code of ethics are maintained per the medical plan of care. The NP or PA is committed to promoting the health potential of the patient (body-mind-spirit). Demonstrates ability to delegate appropriately and direct staff in the coordination and delivery of care; assumes responsibility for the appropriate utilization of care resources; demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships with others in problem resolution, is sensitive to the needs of patients, families, and fellow employees

Qualifications

Current California State License as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant is required

MSN required, unless grandfathered in as NP with BSN or a PA with a BS degree.

Completion of clinical preceptorship or at least 1 year of experience required.

BLS within one month of hire and on-going

ACLS and PALS within 6 months of hire

Interpersonal skills necessary in order to instruct/comfort patients/families; to maintain effective communication/contact with healthcare team members

Plytical skills necessary in order to prioritize workload and prepare nursing care plans, implement effective nursing care and develop solutions to problems concerning patient s body, mind, and spirit

Basic computer knowledge including: Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word and Internet

Computer software programs related to EMR.