- Current Louisiana Registered Nurse License (RN)
- Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Licensure in Louisiana (APRN)
- Eligible for limited prescriptive authority in Louisiana as approved by St. Tammany Health System
- Current Physician Assistant Licensure in Louisiana (PA)
- Eligible for limited prescriptive authority in Louisiana as approved by St. Tammany Health System
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Physician Assistant
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Certified Physician Assistant
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Physician - Primary Care - Physician Network
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Physician - Neurologist - Physician Network
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Nurse Practitioner
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Licensed Practical Nurse
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MA/LPN (Per Diem)
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Business Manager
1 day ago
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Business Manager
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Orthopedic Surgeon
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Business Manager
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Avala Covington, United States Full timeSummary · Under thesupervision of the Physician Network President, the Physician Network BusinessManager is responsible for directing and coordinating the overall functions ofthe Physician Network Business Office to ensure maximization of cash flow whileimproving patient, physi ...
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Physician-OB/GYN-Covington, LA
2 weeks ago
Ochsner Health Covington, United StatesWe've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who f ...
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Patient Navigator 2
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Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System Covington, United States RegularJob Description · The Patient Navigator 2collaboratively supports and guides an identified patient population through the process of receiving care within a designated specialty. Coordinates the flow of patient care between the practice and other healthcare providers across the c ...
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Physician - Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Ochsner Health System Covington, United StatesWe've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, andinnovate.Webelieve that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill ...
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St. Tammany Health System Covington, United StatesAt St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. · We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to ...
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Physician - Non - Invasive Cardiologist
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St. Tammany Parish Hospital Covington, United StatesAt St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. · We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to o ...
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Ochsner Health Covington, United StatesWe've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who f ...
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Ochsner Health Covington, United StatesWe've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who f ...
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Physician - Ophthalmologist - Covington, LA
2 weeks ago
Ochsner Health Covington, United StatesWe've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who f ...
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Physician - Gastroenterologist
2 weeks ago
Ochsner Health Covington, United StatesWe've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who f ...
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Covington, LA, United States - St. Tammany Parish Hospital
Description
At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal.That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.
We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
WORK SHIFT:
(Swing Shift) 10a-10p or 12p-12a, 7 days on, 7 days off
JOB SUMMARY:
The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Nurse Practitioner is an advanced practice registered nurse with specific education and training in the care of hospitalized patients.
The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse -Nurse Practitioner works in collaboration with and under the supervision of the Lead Hospital Medicine physician and in association with members of the Hospitalist team in the evaluation, treatment, and care coordination of patients.
The major area of responsibility for this role is supporting physicians with the admission of patients to the hospital from emergency room or direct admissions.
Examine patients and review medical history prior to admission
Perform and document a H&P that is co-signed by the attending physician within 24 hours
Placing orders for appropriate diagnostic and treatment modalities as part of the care plan
Seeking appropriate specialty and sub-specialty consultations
Formalizing the patient handoff process as part of continuity of care
Effective communication with patients, families, and colleagues that are part of the care team
(Physician Assistant)
The Physician Assistant has specific education and training in the care of hospitalized patients. He/she is employed by St. Tammany Health System (STHS) for the purpose of coordinating care of hospitalized patients.
The Physician Assistant works in collaboration with and under the supervision of the Lead Hospital Medicine physician and in association with members of the Hospitalist team in the evaluation, treatment, and care coordination of patients.
The major area of responsibility for this role is supporting physicians with the admission of patients to the hospital from emergency room or direct admissions.
Examine patients and review medical history prior to admission
Perform and document a H&P that is co-signed by the attending physician within 24 hours
Placing orders for appropriate diagnostic and treatment modalities as part of the care plan
Seeking appropriate specialty and sub-specialty consultations
Formalizing the patient handoff process as part of continuity of care
Effective communication with patients, families, and colleagues that are part of the care team
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Nurse Practitioner -* Minimum Masters Prepared: Curriculum must include didactic in clinical experience in Acute Care
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) - hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - handling/feeling, talking
Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching, reaching, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.)
EMPLOYMENT
Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment.
If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St.
Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
