NURSE PRACTITIONER - FAMILY MEDICINE

Supervisory Responsibilities

Provides direction to staff in regards to patient care.

General Summary

Educate and advise patients, diagnose and treat health problems, and provide general health care under the direction of the Physician.

Works under the supervision of Physician(s).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Consistently arrives at work on time and adheres to regular work schedule.
• Obtain comprehensive patient histories.
• Perform physical examinations.
• Diagnose and treat health care and chronic diseases.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies such as lab work and x-rays.
• Assess patients. Develop and implement treatment plans approved by physician.
• Promotes positive health behaviors and self-care skills through education and counseling.
• Administer medication upon order of physician.
• Collaborate with physicians as needed.

Other Essential Duties May Include but Are Not Limited To

• Other treatments and/or procedures after consulting with or under the supervision of the physician.

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Required

• Consistently arrives at work in appropriate/professional attire.

• Completes all tasks within established time frame.
• Adheres to all clinic policies and procedures.
• Active and appropriate state Nurse Practitioner licensure.
• Knowledge of Nurse Practitioner theory, practice and medical care, medical equipment and instruments, and OSHA regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and determine solutions in order to best serve the patients.
• BLS or CPR certification.

Education

• Master’s degree from an accredited school.