Nurse Practitioner

Job Summary: Provides episodic care to patients following accepted standards and protocols. Primary Job Duties: Perform complete physical exams and assessments of patients including urgent, emergent and non-urgent presentation. Select, order, perform and interpret diagnostic tests, EKG including wet reading X-rays as appropriate Analyze reports and findings of tests to diagnose patients. Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness and injury. Refers patient to PCP or specialist as appropriate. Perform procedures including laceration repair, I & D’s, IV, removal of superficial foreign bodies, splinting and casting, ear irrigations. Explain procedures, review and discuss test results and prescribed treatments with patients. Document findings and treatment course in patient electronic medical record including follow-up notes. Direct professional and ancillary staff regarding treatment of patients. Interact with medical practices and emergency room physicians to create a cooperative atmosphere. Maintain up to date knowledge base for medical conditions and injuries that may present to an urgent care setting. Assist with training and orientating new provider staff. Maintain strictest confidentiality (HIPAA) Education: Family Medicine degree from accredited university. Active Maryland Registered Nurse License. Successful completion of Nurse Practitioner program in Family Practice, with Emergency Medicine or Urgent Care Experience Certification Family Nurse Practitioner through ANCC or AANP State and Federal licensure (Maryland) DEA licensure. ACLS/PALS certification. Experience: A minimum of two years clinical experience with pediatric and adult patients preferred. Knowledge: Knowledge of medical coding. Knowledge of the principles and practice of urgent care medicine. Knowledge of the principles and practice of occupational health, DOT exams Skills: Competent with common PC applications including Internet, Email and Microsoft Office. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively; Great Bedside manner; Team leader Benefits: Excellent benefit package, Medical/Dental and STD/LTD and 401k/ PTO #J-18808-Ljbffr