Description- Maintains a system for accurately recording and reporting patient conditions in the medical record; assures medical records are transferred as required when patients are referred; and participate in annual review for quality and completeness. Actively participates in the clinic's advisory board.
- . Provide in-depth education for patients and their families regarding a plan of care.
- . Assess and develops staff in-services according to identified needs. Attends meetings, workshops, reads journals, etc. to further develop professional and management skills. Implement orientation for new staff members.
- Identifies problems and creates solutions for operational and clinical issues. Maintains collegial relationships with other hospital department managers and physicians; accepts and responds to constructive criticism. Supports administration and medical staff.
- Represents ERMC and the clinic in hospital and community events to promote the image of the clinic and make the clinic a better place in which to work. Suggests and assists in the development of new/or expanded services to better serve our communities.
- Develops annual goals and monitors progress towards completion. Is a role model for clinic staff in clinical and professional interactions. Sets clinic tone for staff by example.
- Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient's age specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care and refers to patients for specialized care, evaluation, and diagnostics based upon an identified need.
- Ability to perform minor to complex procedures in the clinic.
- Manage patients pre-operatively and post-operatively.
- Rounds on admitted patients that are either post-surgical or Neurosurgical Consults
- Prescribe pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies.
- Assists in the Operating Room with Neurosurgeon as First Assist.
- Place pre- and post-operative orders.
RequirementsBLS required upon hire and maintained throughout employment. ACLS required within 90 days of employment and maintained throughout employment. PALS preferred. Must be licensed to practice in the State of Michigan. A graduate from an accredited program for Nurse Practitioner program and must be insurable for professional liability. Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to make quality independent decisions. Master's degree in health-related field required. Prior neurosurgery experience, preferred. Surgical Services experience either as a Nurse Practitioner or Registered Nurse.
