Nurse Practitioner (FT)

About the Role The nurse practitioner shall, under the appropriate direction and supervision by the collaborating physician, provide primary health care services at a designated primary practice location. Nurse practitioner may be assigned to another medical practice owned by the Hospital as needs arise and at the direction the COO. Nurse practitioner shall devote efforts to the development of Practice, including being visible in community events and activities, providing community education programs, and other activities to promote Practice. Nurse practitioner will perform duties consistent with the needs of the communities served, in a manner that reflects the Mission, Vision, and Values of Perry County Memorial Hospital. Education Must have a Master’s degree from an accredited School of Nursing. Must assume responsibility for maintaining competence in clinical practice through self and supervisory review, participation in educational activities, maintenance of state licensure, and certification by professional organization. Licensure/Certification Must be licensed to practice as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of Indiana with authority to prescribe legend drugs, including controlled substances. Must also possess an Indiana Controlled Substances Registration and a Federal Drug Enforcement Administration Registration. Must be current in CPR. Must provide copies of licensure/certification for personnel records including renewals. Experience Must have at least one year of clinical experience as a nurse practitioner, either in the nurse practitioner program or since graduation. Mental/Physical Effort Duties require attention to detail, initiative and decision-making. Must deal with all types of people in physical and/or mental distress. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.Occasionally requires lifting and carrying items weighing up to 100 pounds.Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.Requires working under stressful conditions and the ability to work irregular hours.Risk of possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic chemicals and/or fumes, and potentially dangerous body fluids. How to Apply Interested candidates should apply directly through the Perry County Memorial Hospital careers page. All applicants must meet licensure and certification requirements prior to employment. Click here to apply online today! #J-18808-Ljbffr Perrycountyindiana