NURSE PRACTITIONER PRN - PEDS AFTER HOURS CLINIC

Nurse Practitioner

Galen Medical Group offers several medical specialties throughout the Chattanooga region. We provide quality care and patient-friendly services to adults and children of all ages. Our mission is to elevate the health of our community through multiple medical specialties, providing excellent care delivered with wisdom, compassion, integrity, and a commitment to technology, education, and scientific inquiry. We are seeking qualified, like-minded applicants to join our team!

The Nurse Practitioner provides healthcare services to the patient(s) under the direction and supervision of the Physician.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Examines patient, performs a comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination.
• Interprets and integrates medical data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures needed.
• Administers or orders, and interprets diagnostic tests as needed for appropriate patient care.
• Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, and wound care, and manages infections.
• Prepares appropriate written prescription orders in accordance with DEA guidelines in dispensing or prescribing medication as necessary to treat the patient's medical needs.
• Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in the provision of continuity of care.
• Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
• Performs surgical and/or diagnostic procedures in a hospital, office, and/or ambulatory setting under the supervision of a Physician.
• Routinely visits in-patients for the purpose of examination and compilation of data for the physician in attendance, if applicable.
• Must maintain Mid-Level Provider certification, license, and continuing medical education requirements at all times.
• Performs all duties in compliance with Galen clinical policies and OSHA standards.
• Maintain professional communication skills between employees, patients, physicians, and other facilities.
• Make recommendations for any improvements in the operation of the clinical system.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Assist other personnel in the performance of their duties as assigned and as workload permits.
• Function as a relief for other personnel in the office as appropriate, and to facilitate co-workers' absence in the office.
• Recognize and demonstrate cost-effective measures in the utilization of supplies, equipment, and other resources.
• Maintain the strictest confidentiality of all company records, including verbal and written records.
• Other duties as assigned by the Regional Manager or the Physicians.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/EXPECTATIONS:

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of Galen Medical Group.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient, medical, financial, and legal information.
• Represent the organization in a positive & professional manner.
• Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Attend regular staff meetings and in-services as directed by your manager.
• Consistently demonstrate the value of the team concept.
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities.
• Complete assignments efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Understands and abides by OSHA, HIPAA & CLIA standards.

The above job description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for this job. It is not intended to be a complete statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

• Work hours are PRN, based on the clinic's needs.
• Weekends, holidays, and overtime must be worked as required by the department.
• May be required to take call duty as assigned by the supervising physician.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Master’s degree in Nursing from a nationally accredited Nurse Practitioner program is required.
• Current licensure in the State of Tennessee as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN).
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) and APRN licenses required for Nurse Practitioners.
• Valid DEA registration issued by the U.S. Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration.
• Current BLS certification required; individual must maintain certification at all times.
• Previous experience practicing as an APRN in the applicable field of certification is required.
• Proficient in computer applications and electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Galen Medical Group is a Drug-Free Workplace, and it is a requirement that we conduct a pre-employment drug screen as part of the hiring process.