Preferred 3-5 years of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner, working independently.
Responsibilities
Conduct physical assessments and examinations for patients of all ages.
Develop and implement treatment plans for acute and chronic ailments.
Collaborate with clinical teams and health practices within the Calvert Health System.
Oversee preventative health services and education presentations.
Manage point-of-care testing and health risk assessments.
Provide necessary interventions based on health assessments.
Benefits
Access to continuing education and training programs.
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
Participate in community health initiatives.
Collaborative work environment across various clinical teams.
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS
Job Summary:
Uses current evidence-based knowledge and skills to conduct physical assessments/examinations and to develop and implement treatment plans for acute and chronically ill patients of all ages. Collaborates with multiple practices and clinical teams within the Calvert Health System and throughout the community. Oversees and performs preventative services and develops and presents culturally sensitive educational presentations on preventative topics for the local community. Oversees point-of- care testing and health risk assessment biometrics and provides intervention as needed.
Preferred 3-5 years clinical experience as Nurse Practitioner
Experience should include working autonomously for an independent practice.
Other Requirements:
Maintains unit-specific and hospital competencies, mandatory learning, and any clinical certifications required in accordance with the Staff Education and Training policy GA-057 and/or any other department requirements.
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to provide effective clinical management and appropriate patient care under the scope of practice defined instate and national certification guidelines.
Demonstrates ability to manage own case load and work independently.
Acts in accordance with legal and ethical professional responsibilities (e.g. patient management, documentation, advance directives).
Demonstrates ability to prescribe appropriate drugs and dosages.
Demonstrates ability to process a variety of patient care situations.
Documents continuing education per licensure and certification requirements and clinical protocols.
Attends staff meetings.
Effectively communicates with all patient populations and staff by implementing organization-wide communication techniques as daily practice.
Effectively advocates for quality patient safety and satisfaction as daily practice.
