Advanced Practice Provider, Certified Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant - Clinic

Job Description

Job Description

Description : Position Summary :

Provides primary or specialty care for clinic patients, ER patients, long term care patients and / or inpatients acting as an assistant to physicians. The Non-Physician Provider functions in a structured, clear setting and adheres to the policies and procedures established by Winner Regional Health. The Non-Physician Provider must demonstrate knowledge of medical principles for the clinic patient and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and to interpret appropriately the information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to the age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed. Other duties as assigned by Clinic Director. May be required to follow and round with a physician. Must have hospital privileges. When students are providing patient care, treatment, and / or services as a part of their training, any / all providers may be asked to supervise the students. Full time employees will have exempt status.

Requirements :

Education / Experience :

Must have successfully completed a formal nurse program of study beyond the basic RN role specific to their specialty area of practice. This program includes academic science and clinical experiences specific to their specialty, graduating with a minimum of a Master’s Degree (those who have obtained APRN licensure prior to 2000 will be grandfathered in).

Required Credentials (Licensure, Certification, or Registration) :

Are currently licensed to practice as a Certified Nurse Practitioner in the state of South Dakota or licensed with applicable state(s). Functions within the legal scope of practice.

Employment Variables :

Care is delivered to clinic patients of all ages. Work hours vary according to clinic schedule, call-hours and Holidays.

Initial Tuberculosis (TB) test and drug screening is required by Winner Regional Health. Rubella titer will also be drawn upon hire and immunization is required if no past exposure or indication of immunization.

Required to wear name tag provided by WRH and to follow the dress code of WRH.

Job Knowledge and Skills :

Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language and follow oral or written instruction. Excellent oral and written communication skills, work with customers and co-workers in a professional manner.

Direct Supervisor : Clinic Director

PART II : CODE OF CONDUCT

Honesty We will do the right thing at all times, even if it is difficult, maintaining strong, ethical practices. We protect the confidentiality of others, including patients, staff and the facility as a whole. We will take responsibility for our actions.

Expertise We will demonstrate superior judgment, training and skill, at all times, demonstrating professionalism while doing so. We will perform all aspects of our job to the best of our ability, utilizing all resources and tools available.

Approachability We will be non-judgmental, friendly, and open and willing to listen to everyone we come into contact with while performing our duties. We are humble and learn from others.

Respect We will be understanding and sensitive to others’ feelings; caring and responding in a manner that sets them at ease, keeping the situation in perspective without minimizing others’ feelings or reactions. We will listen to others with full attention in a sincere, civil fashion, being careful not to be judgmental of the speaker. We maintain composure when facing conflict and avoid jumping to conclusions and defaming another’s name.

Teamwork We willingly work together with a common approach, trusting and supporting members of our organization, using our skills and resources, sharing information to achieve a common aim.

PART III : ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are critical or fundamental to the performance of the job. They are the major functions for which the person in the job is held accountable. Following are the essential functions of the job, along with the corresponding performance standards.

Care and Treatment of Patients

• Obtains complete medical history and physical data on patients.
• Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed.
• Performs a complete physical exam and records findings.
• Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients.
• Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
• Synthesizes data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention.
• Prescribes and administers medications and injections according to physician directions.
• Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention.
• Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Provides patient education.
• Maintains and reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information.
• Posts tests and examination results.
• Performs procedures approved within scope of practice and as instructed by physician.
• Delegates care appropriately.
• Respects physical privacy of patients.

Effective Communication Skills

PART IV : COMPLIANCE

Compliance

PART V : PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

General Activity

In a regular workday, employee may :

Motion

Employee is required : (In terms of a regular workday, "Occasionally" equals 1% to 33%, "Frequently" 34% to 66%, "Continuously", greater than 67%.)

Physical Demand

Employee’s job requires he / she carry and lift loads from the floor, from 12 inches from the floor, to shoulder height and overhead. Employee’s job requires a pushing / pulling force to move a load (not the weight of the load).

Physical Demand Classification : Carrying / lifting weight and pushing / pulling force :

Sensory Requirements :

Yes / No Explanation (if Yes)

Environmental Factors

Yes / No Explanation (if Yes)

Emotional / Psychological Factors

Yes / No Explanation (if Yes)

PART VI : BENEFITS