Nurse Practitioner (NP) performs various functions, such as diagnose, treat and manage certain diseases; perform physical exams and order tests; and write prescriptions. The NP can work without doctor supervision and can be a patient's primary care provider. This position will also practice primary care and family medicine in collaboration with a faculty physician.
Daily Operations:
• Performs preliminary assessment of patient through observation and interview, and physical assessment; appropriately diagnose and treat identified health problems within scope of practice; identifies patient's concerns. • Communicates procedures to patient to maximize emotional and physical comfort. Communicates procedures to patient to maximize emotional and physical comfort. Evaluates findings of examinations and procedures performed; documents in patient's record • Notifies physician when finds problems or abnormalities; performs physician examinations and procedures according to guidelines; documents inpatient chart. Identifies patient/family education needs regarding health status. Completes reports and submits to supervisor as requested. Maintains strict confidentiality in matters relating to patients and clinic personnel. • Utilized appropriate channels to communicate stressful situations and problems. Maintains flexibility in relation to patient assignment and work schedule. • Demonstrates accurate knowledge of legal implications and appropriate application of clinical and administrative policies and procedures. • Demonstrates accurate knowledge and appropriate application of clinical and administrative policies and procedures. • Practices current safety knowledge, infection control and sterilization policies, and procedures. • Actively participates in Quality Assessment programs • Responds appropriately in actual or simulated emergencies and demonstrates knowledge of fire, STAT and disaster procedures. • Provides proper cleaning and care for equipment and supplies and preventive maintenance for equipment • Performs other related duties as assigned by Executive Director, Medical Director or Supervisor.
Required Skills:
• Demonstrates a general understanding and knowledge of primary care, family medicine, and the Elam Mental Health Center Clinic office standards, procedures, medical terminology, and medical office practices. • Demonstrates a general understanding and knowledge of front/back office standards, procedures, medical terminology, and medical office practices. • Ability to handle multiple tasks, independently, under pressure. • Core Competencies; Patient Assessment, Clinical Procedure with Scope of Service • Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures. • Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. • Knowledge of OSHA, Infection Control, and safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment. • Knowledge of chart documentation requirements and recording test results. • Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public. • Ability to maintain quality control standards. • Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. • Ability to operate computer and printer, general office equipment, and telephone equipment
Required Education and Experience:
The educational requirements for nurse practitioners vary by state but most require a Master's or Doctoral degree or post-Master's certificate.
Preferred graduate of an approved adult or family nurse practitioner program. Must be a registered nurse in the State of Tennessee and be board certified/board eligible to practice as an adult or family nurse practitioner. Eligible for a certificate of fitness to prescribe medication in the State of Tennessee, if applicable.