Job Description
Facility: Kenmore Mercy Hospital
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: Yes
Work Schedule: Days with Call Weekend and Holiday Rotation
Hours: 8:00am to 4:00pm
Summary:
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) functions as a member of an inter-professional team to provide comprehensive health assessment, diagnosis and treatment of individuals with acute, sub-acute and advanced illness. NP provides medical care in support of professional medical staff. Assists in establishing and monitoring standards of care, provides expert clinical intervention related to symptom management, discussion of goals of care with patients and their families and provides leadership in standards and research utilization in the nursing care environment. Provides a variety of medical services to patients in accordance with established laws and procedures. Works cooperatively with other health professionals under the direct supervision of a physician.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
- Graduate[MCL1] from an accredited school of professional nursing required
- NYS Licensed Registered Nurse
- Certified as a Nurse Practitioner by NYS
- Meets credentialing requirements as appropriate through the Medical Staff office required
- Board Certified by either AACN or AANP required
EXPERIENCE
- Three (3) years experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred
- Advanced content knowledge in palliative care and hospice
- Certification in CPR and annual re-certification required
- ACLS certification preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Strong Written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Computer skills
- Knowledge of Home Care and Hospice services
- Knowledge of community resources
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Frequent sitting, standing and walking
- Visual and auditory acuity are essential
- Works in office setting and patient care units throughout facility
- Exposure to infectious diseases and uses appropriate personal protective equipment
- Working hours are varied, works beyond normal working hours, weekend coverage as necessary
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Numbers & Facts
| Location | Kenmore, NY |
| Industry | Healthcare Services |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Year Founded | 1998 |
| Website | http://www.chsbuffalo.org |
About Company
Catholic Health is dedicated to developing an exceptional workforce focused on a culture of inclusiveness and integrity that values diversity. Located in Buffalo, NY, Catholic Health is a non-profit healthcare system that provides care to Western New Yorkers across a network of hospitals, primary care centers, imaging centers, and several other community ministries. Our mission sets us apart. It's the human side of healthcare – the touch, smile or comforting word that can help make your healthcare experience better. It's treating all people with respect and dignity, and providing comfort in times of greatest need.