We are currently looking for a(n) Advanced Practice Registered Nurse-BH located at the Cascade Building.
JOB SUMMARY
Provides medical care and treatments according to credentials and privileges in either a clinical setting or through public health services. Maintains records, participates on committees, and upholding ethical standards are also required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Routine duties shall include providing health care services to individuals eligible for services in accordance with the self-governance compact and funding agreement between the Cherokee Nation and the United States executed under the authority of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act. Examines patients, performs comprehensive physical examinations and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normalPerforms therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, and managing infection. Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in the provision of continuity of care. Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems in daily living, and health maintenance. Evaluate emergencies and renders life-saving procedures as appropriate. Screens patients for appropriate referrals. Prepares and makes arrangements for referrals. Performs triage as necessary. Consults with Physicians as necessary. Participates in or chairs assigned committee meetings. Participates in community health fairs. Provides education to schools and/or community organizations. Maintains educational requirements. Assures Cherokee Nation Health Services' objectives are met. Adheres to professional ethical standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT Must be a graduate from an accredited Masters of Science program. Must have graduated from an accredited Nurse Practitioner's program and meet the Oklahoma Board of Nursing's requirements for licensure.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT No additional experience required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
COMPUTER SKILLS To perform this job successfully, an individual should know about Contact Management systems; Database software and Spreadsheet software.
REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must possess and maintain an Oklahoma State Nursing license with prescriptive authority preferred and National Nurse Practitioner Certification.
Must possess a valid driver's license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Must meet and maintain pre-employment and periodic background investigation and adjudication for child care.
