Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care - F / T 40 Hours

Job Details

Job Location

BHMG Practice - Bristol, CT

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

Graduate Degree

Job Shift

1st Shift (Days)

Description

At Bristol Health, we begin each day caring today for your tomorrow. We have been an integral part of our community for the past 100 years.

We are dedicated to providing the best possible care and service to our patients, residents and families. We are committed to provide compassionate, quality care at all times and to uphold our values of Communication, Accountability, Respect and Empathy (C.A.R.E.). We are Magnet ® and received the 2020 Press Ganey Leading Innovator award for our rapid adoption and implementation of healthcare solutions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Use your expertise, compassion, and kindness to transform the patient experience. Make a difference. Make Bristol Health your choice.

Bristol Health Medical Group has a full-time opportunity for an adult nurse practitioner to join its network of thriving primary care practices located in central Connecticut. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a respected and expanding system of caregivers affiliated with Bristol Hospital which is a top-rated community hospital.

Our Primary Care Network is an NCQA Level 3 recognized Patient Centered Medical Home with professional, friendly and outgoing staff to enhance your patient's experience. The ideal candidate will be patient centered and possess a strong commitment to providing high quality healthcare to the communities we serve.

Our central Connecticut location is in close proximity to urban living with professional sporting events, concerts, ballet, theatres and only two hours from NYC and Boston.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Performs medical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, consultations, and treatment for inpatients as primary provider or consultant.
• Effective communication with the collaborating physician and staff within the Bristol Hospital Multi-Specialty Group System.
• Collaborative approach with nursing service and ancillary staff for patient care of patients admitted to the Bristol Hospital System.
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
• Directs and coordinates the care of patients between specialists and other relevant patient care components as appropriate.
• As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and / or prevention programs.
• Follows established Department / Divisional policies, procedures, and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and / or infection control standards.
• Participates in committee activities as assigned by the employer.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the employer.
• Participates / Coordinates in Bristol Hospital HealthCare Group programs as assigned.
• Prepare all reports, claims and correspondence necessary or appropriate in connection with professional services rendered by Physician Assistant.
• Obtain consultation with physicians as appropriate.
• Assist in the preparation for and participate in surveys by federal or state regulatory agencies and accrediting bodies.
• Participate in clinical guideline development, care management programs and quality assurance as directed.
• Provide input and support to the development and management of the practice.
• Participate and comply with BHMSG and Hospital compliance programs and activities, including participation in any compliance education programs deemed necessary or appropriate by BHMSG or Hospital including but not limited to billing and coding compliance programs.
• Comply with all BHMSG reimbursement requirements including the timely completion of billing slips and accurate coding of services.
• Serve on BHMSG, Hospital and Medical Staff committees as requested by the Employer.
• Attend and participate in regularly scheduled meetings with other professional members of BHMSG and the Hospital.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS : Nurse Practitioner will meet the standards and requirements for Adjunct Medical Staff membership as defined in the Hospital's Medical Staff Bylaws.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Qualifications

Qualifications :

Education : Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

Experience : Prefer clinical working experience as an APP within the given specialty / service line recommended, but none required

Licensure : Active NP, DEA License, CT CSP