Baptist·Kosciusko, Mississippi
The Nurse Practitioner autonomously manages patient health problems through comprehensive assessments, diagnoses, and the development of care plans. They provide clinical leadership and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
Practices autonomously and in collaboration with other health care professionals to treat and manage patient's health problems and serve in various settings as researchers, consultants, and patient advocates for individuals, families, groups, and communities. Performs comprehensive assessments, diagnoses, and manages illness and disease. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Responsibilities
Develops a plan of care within scope of practice of the nurse practitioner utilizing written protocols to ensure quality patient care.
Uses prescriptive authority, procedures, referrals, treatments, and theories in accordance with state/federal laws and regulations.
Enhances quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.
Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues.
Provides clinical leadership.
Supports life long learning.
Completes assigned goals.
1 year clinical experience functioning in the nurse practitioner role in a primary care setting.
Either a Masters or Doctoral level as a nurse practitioner.
Computer literate.
Current certification - nurse practitioner. Eligible for or have certificate of fitness/prescription privileges.
Candidates must have a Master's or Doctoral degree as a nurse practitioner and at least one year of clinical experience in a primary care setting. Current NP certification and RN licensure are required.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Mississippi are often shaped by ongoing demand for experienced clinicians who can support primary care access, chronic disease management, and virtual or home-based visits. These positions are competitive because employers typically want an active NP or PA license, board certification, a current DEA certificate, and direct patient care experience; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit before applying.
