What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at Amberwell Health Hiawatha?
**Job Description**
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team at Amberwell Health Hiawatha. As a valuable member of our healthcare team, you will provide exceptional patient care and work collaboratively with providers and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality services.
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct patient care and assistance to patients in collaboration with the provider and other members of the healthcare team.
- Perform clinical responsibilities such as patient intake, documenting medical history, vital signs, preparing and administering injections and vaccinations, EKGs, performing CLIA waived lab testing, and additional medical services within the scope of practice of the RN.
- Assist other healthcare professionals in performing exams, diagnostic procedures, treatments, and minor surgical procedures in the clinic setting.
- Coordinate and manage care of patients seen by the provider, including following up and tracking testing, referrals, and ensuring all patient information is accurately recorded in the patient chart for quality reporting and data extraction purposes.
- Stay informed of insurance requirements and guidelines for patient care, perform prior authorizations, and act as a patient advocate.
- Regularly monitor patients to promote wellness and health maintenance, including preventative and chronic care.
- Participate in the development of the plan of care with other team members and safely implement that plan.
About Amberwell Health
Amberwell Health is a healthcare system dedicated to improving the health and wellness of the communities we serve, providing compassionate healthcare with clinical excellence. Our locations offer a full spectrum of patient care services, including primary care and specialty care services.
Requirements
- Experience: Minimum Required Experience: clinic experience with all ages
- Education: Minimum Required Education: Registered Nurse or Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree
- Licenses: Minimum Required Licenses: Kansas Licensed Register Nurse
