Nurse Practitioner - Grants, United States - Cibola General Hospital

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The duties of a Nurse Practitioner - APRN mid-level provider include, but are not limited to, providing accurate assessment, diagnosis, treatment, consultation, education and follow-up care to patients ranging in age from newborns to geriatric OR 18 yrs.

of age to geriatrics; proper maintenance of records, under the direction of the Supervisory Physician and any other reasonable and proper duties assigned.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS
Examine patients and record history
Adhere to proper charting protocols
Discuss with Physician and other health care professionals to prepare comprehensive plan
Order or execute tests or images as needed
Submit health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review by Physician
Analyze results of tests, diagnose and report to patient
Administer or prescribe treatment and medications
Promote health by advising patient on diet, hygiene and prevention of disease
Inoculate and vaccinate as required
Refer to specialist as required for patient's well-being
Perform minor surgery
Report deaths and contagious diseases to governmental authorities
Other responsibilities as assigned


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Must have and maintain current State of New Mexico license in good standing
Current National Board Certification
Mush have and maintain current DEA

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Effective written, verbal and electronic communication skills
Show initiative, creativity and problem-solving ability
Ability to collaborate with colleagues to provide quality healthcare


ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Prior experience using an electronic medical records system
Bilingual a preferred, but not required (English/Spanish)


RELATIONSHIP REPORTING
Reports to the Clinic Administrator/Chief of Staff


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to communicate effectively with patients
Ability to collaborate with colleagues as necessary to provide quality health care
Ability to use a computer, printer and scanner
Ability to sit, stand or view a computer screen for extended periods of time
Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions for extended periods of time
Ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Ability to reach with hands and arms

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