- Obtains, documents and updates medical history. Identifies health risks and needs. Performs physical examinations and conducts preventive screening procedures based on age and history. Formulates a differential diagnosis and plan of care based on history, physical examination, and clinical findings. Identifies needs of the individual, family, or community.
- Orders and review diagnostic tests. Identifies, prescribes, and manage pharmacological therapies.
- Determines effectiveness of the plan of care through documentation of patient care outcomes.
- Reassesses and modifies plan of care as necessary to achieve medical and health goals.
- Makes referrals to other health professionals and community agencies. Admits/discharges to appropriate service.
- Participates in team meetings and conferences to enhance an interdisciplinary approach to health care delivery.
- Serves on departmental and multidisciplinary committees, which influence or determine policies affecting advanced practice providers.
- Participates in and develops projects and quality improvement programs, as well as standards of care and practice.
- Maintains current level of knowledge relative to professional practice.
- Maintains all required professional documentation, such as license, certifications, infection control, ACLS/BLS, DEA as well as system requirements.
- Acts as resource to staff and implements educational programs, as needed.
nurse practitioner/physician assistant - Saratoga Springs, NY , USA, United States - Saratoga Hospital
Description
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant serves as an additional patient care provider, augmenting and extending patient services provided by the health care team.
The NP/PA will work closely with members of the team and have a reasonable amount of autonomy in the care and medical decision-making for patients.
A few highlights of responsibilities:
# Obtains, documents and updates medical history. Identifies health risks and needs. Performs physical examinations and conducts preventive screening procedures based on age and history. Formulates a differential diagnosis and plan of care based on history, physical examination, and clinical findings. Identifies needs of the individual, family, or community. # Orders and review diagnostic tests. Identifies, prescribes, and manage pharmacological therapies. # Determines effectiveness of the plan of care through documentation of patient care outcomes. # Reassesses and modifies plan of care as necessary to achieve medical and health goals. # Makes referrals to other health professionals and community agencies. Admits/discharges to appropriate service. # Participates in team meetings and conferences to enhance an interdisciplinary approach to health care delivery. # Serves on departmental and multidisciplinary committees, which influence or determine policies affecting advanced practice providers. # Participates in and develops projects and quality improvement programs, as well as standards of care and practice. # Maintains current level of knowledge relative to professional practice. # Maintains all required professional documentation, such as license, certifications, infection control, ACLS/BLS, DEA as well as system requirements. # Acts as resource to staff and implements educational programs, as needed.
Qualifications Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in New York State Pay Grade:
APP # ##
Pay Range:
$ $72.12
# ## Compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to: overall experience and qualifications, shift, and location.
In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus or incentive program.
#The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant serves as an additional patient care provider, augmenting and extending patient services provided by the health care team.
The NP/PA will work closely with members of the team and have a reasonable amount of autonomy in the care and medical decision-making for patients.
A few highlights of responsibilities:
Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in New York State
Pay Grade:
APP
Pay Range:
$ $72.12
Compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to: overall experience and qualifications, shift, and location.
In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus or incentive program.