NURSE PRACTITIONER

Location / Department Brookville Minor Care Employment Type Part time – no benefits – 8 hours per pay period Job Summary A clinically competent NP who demonstrates expertise in the assessment of the patient, diagnosis & the management of medical conditions both acute & chronic. Works independently & autonomously with MD collaboration. Provides primary care for diverse populations. Provider, mentor, educator, & patient advocate. Supervisory Responsibilities None Duties / Responsibilities Uses 2 patient identifiers before providing care or treatment. Orders appropriate tests & treatments for preventative & diagnostic purposes. Reassesses patient in response to changes in condition after intervention & as needed, & documents. Demonstrated comprehensive history taking of health & medical history. Conduct a thorough physical exam based on age & history. Identify health & medical risk factors. Diagnosis appropriately based on history, physical exam & test results. Interpret diagnosis studies (lab tests, x-rays, EKG). Appropriate consultation & referral as needed to other health professional or community agencies. Perform diagnosis studies as needed. Prescribe medications as needed. Prescribe non-pharmacologic interventions. Assist in surgical procedures such as suturing, splinting, & biopsies. Develop plan of care plus medical decision making skills. Collaborates with collaborating MD as needed. Collaborates with fellow medical team in order to provide comprehensive care. Communicates effectively with patients/families. Determine effectiveness of prescribed treatment & education plans. Completes team member physicals as assigned. Participates in quality assurance reviews. Utilize community resources. Facilitate patient participation in care. Standardizes care following established guidelines. Maintains accurate & timely documentation. Maintains confidential files. Observes HIPAA regulations, policies & procedures. Required Skills / Abilities Demonstrates excellent communication & organization skills. Detail oriented & able to multi-task. Able to operate basic office equipment & work on a computer. Able to operate stretchers, wheelchairs, various electrical/battery-operated equipment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Margaret Mary Health