Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Emergency Center

Job Number:

30265

Location:

Sumter Campus

Street Address:

126 US-280

City, State:

Americus, Georgia

Zip Code:

31719

Department:

PPG SUMTER ED-APP

Shift:

Mid-Level Shift

Job Type:

Full time

Posted Date:

2024-12-13

Job Description Summary:

We are looking for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the Phoebe Family at Phoebe Sumter in Americus, Georgia. Connect with us today to learn more.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for patient care management, counseling, education of patients and families in collaboration with facility MD's.

Description:

We are looking for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the Phoebe Family at Phoebe Sumter in Americus, Georgia. Connect with us today to learn more!

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Master's Degree in Nursing OR Physician Assisting (Required)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Emergency Center experience (Preferred)

• 4 years experience in supervision and independent decision making in major nursing areas (Preferred)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

• Required Certifications/Licensures: Nurse Practitioners Certification (NP-C), Basic Life Support (BLS), Department Specific Certifications may be required

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines

• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization

• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures

• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)

• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.

• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.

• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• General environment: Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.

• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.

• May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

• Long-distance or air travel as needed - not to exceed 10% travel.

• May be scheduled as needed including overtime.

GENERAL SKILLS

• Organizational Skills

• Communication Skills

• Interpersonal Skills

• Customer Relations

• Mathematical

• Analytical

• Grammar/Spelling

• Read/Comprehend Written Instructions

• Follow Verbal Instructions

• Transcription

• Basic Computer Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite

• General Clerical Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors

• Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination

• Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing - Continuously within shift (67-100%)

• Walking - Continuously within shift (67-100%)

• Sitting - Frequently within shift (34-66%)

• Climbing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

• Bending/Stooping - Frequently within shift (34-66%)

• Twist at waist - Frequently within shift (34-66%)

• Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

• Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

• Reaching above shoulder - Frequently within shift (34-66%)