Nurse Practitioner - ER - PRN

Job Description

Job Description

The Emergency Department Family Nurse Practitioner assesses the physical and psychosocial status of patients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. Designates emergent and non-emergent. Interprets the data, develops and implements therapeutic plans, and follows through on a plan of care. Plans, provides, and documents plan of care and education with patient, family members, or others to attain optimal health and continuity of care. Transfers patients appropriately to higher level of care. Collaborates with UMMC Telemed Physicians and other health professionals as needed to provide quality health care to every patient. Telemed certification through UMMC, ATLS, ACLS, and PALS required.Requirements and skillsMust hold current license with MS State Board of NursingExcellent verbal and written communication skillsMust have the ability to exercise sound judgment and discretionAbility to maintain highly confidential informationMaster's Degree in NursingMust have BLSMust have ACLSMust have PALSMust be Telemed certified through UMMCResponsibilitiesPrescribe medication, examine patients, diagnose illnesses and provide treatmentOrder, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic testsGather health histories, perform physical examinations and diagnostic proceduresDevelop and implement treatment plansDictate and document all patient interactionsNotify managing physician about unusual or unexpected events or problemsEffectively communicate with diverse populations, including physicians, employees, patients, and families