nurse practitioner - New Iberia, LA , USA, United States - IBERIA MEDICAL CENTER

Description

Iberia Medical Center (IMC) in New Iberia, LA is looking for team members who will help advance our vision to be the premier hospital of choice for patients, physicians and employees. We've been caring for our community for over 60 years and offer many diverse career paths. Our new employees experience opportunities to learn and grow while caring for their families, friends and neighbors.

IMC is currently hiring a Nurse Practitioner (OBGYN Clinic), under the immediate supervision of the OBGYNPhysicians or the Clinic Supervisor, applies the nursing process, effectivelyinteracting with patients, significant others, and other health team members,while maintaining standards of Advanced Nursing Practice.

WORK HOURS:

• Monday- Thursday'
• Friday

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of state approved RN School of nursing.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

• Current Louisiana NP/RN licenserequired.
• CPR certification must be obtainedprior to completion of orientation.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of five years experience in the OBGYN field (required)
• Although a great deal ofexperience will be gained on site, a solid knowledge of the body and assessmentskills is required.
• NP will be required to use advancedknowledge and rationale at all times.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• Basic assessment of all age groups.
• Proficient in medicationadministration.
• Knowledge of abnormal vital signs

PRINCIPLE TASKS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Applies the nursing process to eachpatient and implements age sensitive nursing actions.
• Develops an age-appropriate plan ofcare for each patient seen which reflects current standards of advanced nursing.
• Considers age-related andpsycho-social needs as well as physical needs in establishing plan of care.
• Orders age-appropriate medications,lab tests, radiological studies and other referrals on each patient seen.Provides age-appropriate patient teaching as an integral part of the plan ofcare for each patient.
• Documents care provided to patients.
• Properly utilizes and maintainspatient care equipment and supplies.
• Obtains specimens for lab studiesassuring sensitivity for patients' age and level of anxiety.
• Presents report and consults withNP on each patient seen.
• Assists LPN and Billing Clerk asnecessary.
• Maintains open communication withall team members, demonstrating adaptability, supportive team work and problemresolution.
• Recognizes emergency situations andresponds appropriately.
• Follows the policies and proceduresof the Hospital and Clinic.
• Demonstrates the knowledge andskills necessary to provide care based on physical psycho-social, educational,safety, and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Competitive Benefits:

• Great medical benefit plan
• Participation in robust state pension plan
• Dental, vision, life insurance, disability and more

IBERIA MEDICAL CENTER is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled