Job Description
Nurse Practitioner Huntsville, AL

INCENTIVES:
• Remarkable comprehensive benefits package
• Monday through Friday work schedule
• New graduates welcome to apply
• Have a AL State license

REQUIREMENTS:
• Must enjoy working with Pediatric patients
• A NP degree from an accredited school or University
• Master's degree in nursing**

*Essential Duties and Responsibilities*

* Assess and treat patients with common acute conditions, illnesses,

or minor trauma in collaboration with a physician

* Collaborate with the physician in the health care of patients with

chronic illnesses.

* Educate patients and/or families about preventive care, positive

behaviors, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments

and/or medications.

* Maintain legible, accurate, and confidential medical records.

* Document all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment,

outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations

* Order diagnostic tests as appropriate.

* Prescribe medications within scope of license.

* Facilitate evaluation of records by physician(s) according to

protocols and receive and implement constructive directives.

* Promote preventive and health maintenance care, including annual

physicals, positive health behaviors, self-care skills, and use of

prescribed medical treatments and medications through education and

counseling.

Requirements

Musthold current license/registration to practice

Excellentverbal and written communication skills

Musthave the ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion

Abilityto maintain highly confidential information

Master'sDegree in Nursing

Benefits

Full Benefit Package, 401K etc..