PIONEERS MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE DISTRICT·El Centro, California
The Nurse Practitioner will examine and treat patients for acute and chronic conditions while developing treatment plans in consultation with the Medical Director. They are also responsible for providing patient education, performing diagnostic procedures, and coordinating care with specialists.
Under the general direction of the Medical Director, examines and treats patients, for episodic visits and on-going care of chronic and acute health conditions. Does health history and physical examinations and manages low to high-risk patients according to protocol and within limits of training and competence with appropriate MD supervision and consultation. Coordinates care with MD to makes referrals to outside agencies as indicated. Complies with all of the facility's policies, procedures, and PA/NP protocols.
independently assesses and develops a treatment plan according to the protocols and consultations with the physician
Determines whether the patient's condition requires the immediate attention of the supervising physician.
Executes standing orders.
Identifies normal and abnormal findings in history and physical exam. Orders appropriate laboratory and x-ray studies.
After consultation with the supervising physician, may refer appropriate patients to specialist for consultation.
May perform routine diagnostic procedures.
May perform routine therapeutic procedures.
Writes prescriptions as permitted by the state regulatory agency
4. Assists the site Manager in providing supervision of clinical support staff in their role of doing patient prep, assessments, documentation, and education to facility patients.
5. Assist the Medical Director and Director in maintaining and updating protocols as necessary based on current technical data.
6. Actively participates in Quality improvement activities through routine chart reviews or other methods identified by the Manager and/or Medical Director.
7. Keeps current professionally by attending CE courses, reading professional journals, etc.
Other duties as assigned from time to time.
None.
1. Previous experience in an Urgent Care or ED clinical setting is preferred. 2. Must be capable of independent assessment and development of a treatment plan in consultation with the physician and in compliance with PA protocol. 3. Excellent oral and written communication skills. 4. Strong customer service skills
1. Valid RN NP license and furnishing license, State of California, and DEA license or must have completed a qualified Physician Assistant program and have certification from the Medical Board of California. 2. Current BLS HCP certification required.
Age of the population served: Newborn Infant/Pediatric Adolescent Adult Geriatric All X No Patient Care
Candidates must hold a valid California RN NP license and DEA license, or a qualified Physician Assistant certification. Previous experience in an Urgent Care or Emergency Department clinical setting is preferred.
Market context
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