What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Nurse Practitioner position at Mental Health Association of Rochester?
Role Overview
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed independent practitioner responsible for managing patient health issues and coordinating care in a hospital-based setting with some outpatient duties. The role involves assessing health status, diagnosing, developing and implementing treatment plans, and evaluating patient progress in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Key Responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed independent practitioner responsible for managing patient health issues and coordinating care in a hospital-based setting with some outpatient duties. The role involves assessing health status, diagnosing, developing and implementing treatment plans, and evaluating patient progress in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive gastroenterology care, utilizing current medical and drug knowledge.
- Ensure compliance with standards of care, regulations, and guidelines such as HIPAA and OSHA.
- Maintain accurate documentation using electronic medical records and demonstrate excellent patient service skills.
- Work efficiently while multitasking with attention to detail and organizational skills.
- At least 2 years of hospital-based NP experience, preferably in gastroenterology.
- Current NJ license, DEA, and CDS in good standing.
- Proficiency in BLS, ACLS, and hospital privileges.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, time management, and computer skills.
- Ability to remain courteous and patient-focused under stress.