What are the responsibilities and job description for the URGENT CARE - Nurse Practitioner - APRN position at Charter Oak Health Center?
Job Description
Job Description
Description : Job Summary :
Charter Oak Health Center is seeking An Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner (APRN) to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality, immediate care to patients with non-life-threatening conditions. This role involves diagnosing and treating a variety of illnesses and injuries, performing minor procedures, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Key Responsibilities :
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients' health conditions, including medical history and physical examinations.
- Diagnose acute illnesses and injuries, develop treatment plans, and prescribe medications as needed.
- Perform minor medical procedures such as suturing, wound care, and splinting.
- Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests such as X-rays, EKGs, and lab work.
- Educate patients and their families on treatment plans, preventive care, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated care.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including treatment plans and progress notes.
- Provide immediate care in emergency situations and stabilize patients for transfer if necessary.
Requirements : Qualifications :
Charter Oak Health Center Offers Outstanding Benefits That Include :
COHC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
