Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner

Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner page is loaded## Women's Health Care Nurse Practitionerlocations: Waverly, IAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR100059**FTE/Scheduled Weekly Hours:**1.00 / 40 / 1st Shift (United States of America)**PA:****PRIMARY FUNCTIONS**Performs medical services rendered under the supervision of a Physician in accordance with the Iowa Statute and Regulations for Physician Assistants, providing primary health care to individuals and families that emphasizes health promotion and disease intervention. This includes, but is not limited to, comprehensive assessment, ordering, conducting and interpreting diagnostic tests, and performing procedures within the scope of expertise and organizational protocols.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**Education, Experience, and Training Must be a graduate of an approved Physician Assistant program and successfully complete the NCCPA exam. Must possess current Iowa Physician Assistant License. Must possess a current DEA registration and State of Iowa Controlled Substances Act registration. Must possess Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree plus three years of directly related clinical experience. Must possess Master’s Degree if practicing in an outreach clinic or off-site satellite location. Previous experience as a Physician Assistant in a clinical setting preferred. Must possess the ability to function independently under general guidance of the supervising Physician and the policies and procedures of the institution. Must possess and demonstrate critical thinking skills. Must maintain emotional stability in emergency situations. Ability to learn and navigate computer systems including the online training modules, the employee timesheet and the performance appraisal system. Job specific systems are also required. Must possess valid certifications as determined by hospital privilege delineation. Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English. Physical Requirements Sitting – Approximately 25% of shift. Standing – Approximately 50% of shift. Walking – Approximately 25% of shift. Lifting – Approximately 25 pounds. Twisting – Infrequent. Bending – Infrequent. Squat/Kneel – Not a requirement.**CNM, NP:****PRIMARY FUNCTIONS**### Plans and directs care in the clinic and hospital setting independently and in collaboration with Physicians and other health care professionals. Provides women’s health care to individuals and families that emphasizes health promotion and disease intervention. This includes, but is not limited to, comprehensive assessment, ordering, conducting and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing pharmacologic agents and treatments and non-pharmacologic therapies, and performing procedures within the scope of expertise and organizational protocols.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**Education, Experience, and Training Iowa Board of Nursing Certification as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in the Specialty of Certified Nurse Midwife is required. Must possess current Iowa Registered Nurse and Advance Practice Nurse License or be able to become licensed. Must possess Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree plus directly related clinical experience. Previous experience as Certified Nurse Midwife in a clinical setting preferred. Must possess the ability to function independently under general guidance of the supervising Physician and the policies and procedures of the institution. Must possess and demonstrate critical thinking skills. Must maintain emotional stability in emergency situations. Ability to learn and navigate computer systems including the online training modules, the employee timesheet and the performance appraisal system. Job specific systems are also required. Must possess valid certifications as determined by hospital privilege delineation. Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English. Physical Requirements Sitting – Approximately 25% of shift. Standing – Approximately 50% of shift. Walking – Approximately 25% of shift. Lifting – Approximately 25 pounds. Twisting – Infrequent. Bending – Infrequent. Squat/Kneel – Not a requirement.*This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his/her manager.**Requirements are representative of the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.**This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship with the Waverly Health Center.*Patients and families choose hospitals and providers for many reasons. It’s no surprise that quality of care tops the list.What is surprising is when top-quality care is combined with convenience and comfort at the highest levels — especially in a small community.That’s an experience beyond expectations.Waverly Health Center surpasses the level of care one would expect to find in a small town. The breadth and depth of services make it convenient for you to remain close to home, avoiding the stress of traveling for your care.It all works out to a rare combination: We’re big enough to care for you, but small enough to care about you.We know you’ll be pleasantly surprised by our friendly, professional staff and comfortable setting. #J-18808-Ljbffr