Full Job Description
The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for planning and directing the delivery of primary heath care and health education programs in association with Methodist Healthcare Primary Care Associates (MHPCA). The incumbent will provide care and health education for patients and their family. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.
A Brief Overview
The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for planning and directing the delivery of primary heath care and health education programs in association with Methodist Healthcare Primary Care Associates (MHPCA). The incumbent will provide care and health education for patients and their family. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
What you will do
3435 Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients in the assigned center according to approved protocol and acceptable standards.
3435 Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to written, approved protocols developed with and under the supervision of the Medical Director/collaborating Physician. Participates in the design and revision of protocols.
3435 Collaborates with Medical Physician and ancillary personnel as appropriate to promote quality care for patients. Makes referrals as appropriate.
3435 Recognizes and reacts appropriately to environmental safety factors related to patient care.
3435 Understands, applies and supports practice policies, procedures, goals and standards.
3435 Develops strong partnership with patients, family members, fellow physicians/nurses and support staff. Focuses on high patient and family satisfaction and retention.
Education/Formal Training Requirements
3435 Required - Master's Degree Advanced Practice Nursing
3435 Preferred - Master's Degree Nursing
Licenses and Certifications Requirements
3435 Required - Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing
3435 Required - Advanced Practice Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing
3435 Required - Family Nurse Practitioner - American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
3435 Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
3435 Preferred - Primary Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
3435 Preferred - Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center
3435 Preferred - Emergency Nurse Practitioner - American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
3435 Preferred - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
3435 Preferred - Advanced Practice Nurse Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing
3435 Preferred - Family Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center
3435 Preferred - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center
3435 Preferred - Adult Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
3435 Proficiency in applying advanced concepts, principles, and professional techniques in a specialized field of nursing.
3435 Current DEA number (if required by facility).
Supervision Provided by this Position
3435 There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.
Physical Demands
3435 Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
3435 Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
3435 Exposure to excessive heat or cold as required.
3435 Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
3435 May require handling or administering of narcotics.
3435 Ability to read and write to communicate orally and in writing with other individuals.
3435 Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
3435 Ability to sit in one place, stand, walk, squat, kneel, reach, twist, crawl, and bend.
3435 Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motion, as well as using hands for gripping and squeezing.
3435 Ability to use hands and feet together for repetitive coordinated motions.
3435 Good hand-eye coordination.
Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.
Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.