What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant position at PUTNAM COUNTY HOSPITAL?
Job Details
Full Time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Nurse Practitioner - works in collaboration with physicians to manage care for patients in an urgent care setting. Orders, interprets, and records results of clinical tests and reports results to physicians. Prescribes medications and makes recommendations for other therapeutic forms of treatment. Requires a master's degree. Reports to manager or head of the Prompt Care department.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Order and interpret diagnostic tests as needed
Determine, plan, and initiate appropriate treatment, and adjust treatment if necessary
Prescribe medications
Document medical information of patients and review patient history at each visit
Evaluate response to treatments and medications
Request consultation or referral with other health care providers when appropriate
Counsel and educate patients
Manage pediatric and adult patients for both acute and chronic conditions
Create patient care plans and contribute to existing care plans
Actively maintain knowledge of current medical research and trends
Provide administrative support or cross-coverage for reviewing laboratory test results and prescription clarifications
Scheduling flexibility to include evenings and weekends
Qualifications
Required Skills/Abilities:
Ability to function within an integrated medical practice for urgent care and occupational health model
Strong written and interpersonal skills
Outstanding clinical expertise
Comfortable with technology and working in multiple EMR systems
Education and Experience:
Licensed Nurse Practitioner who also maintains an active RN license or License Physician Assistant
- 3 years of clinical experience in an urgent care or emergency medicine preferred
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Graduate of Master’s Degree level accredited Family Nurse Practitioner Program
Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Licensure
Graduate of Physician Assistant Program