Nurse Practitioner / Primary Care

Job Description

Job Description

SouthCoast Health is looking for a full-time Family Nurse Practitioner

Under the clinical supervision of a licensed physician, incumbent is responsible for diagnosis, treatment and management of the patient's health care, promoting health, and providing care in keeping with parameters established for mid-levels. As a primary care provider, extenders will provide services appropriate to their specialty.

REQUIREMENTS : Current GA NP licensure; Current BLS / ACLS CPR Certification. Certification from an accredited credentialing body.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices and regulations to give and evaluate patient care.
• Knowledge of how to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical conditions and interpret findings.
• Skilled in proper documentation in patient charts.
• Ability to communicate clearly and establish / maintain effective working relationships with physicians, patients, medical staff and the public.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards as established by clinic policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :

Master's degree in Nursing. Successful completion of accredited nurse practitioner program. Minimum of three (3) years professional nursing experience in a clinic setting plus three years of nurse practitioner experience preferred.

BENEFITS :

Health, HSA, FSA, dental, vision, life, short & long term disability, 401(K) with employer contribution and supplemental insurance. PTO, holidays, malpractice coverage, and CE reimbursement.

EEO, DFW, MFVD