What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at Franciscan Hospital For Children?
Position Description
Works in a supportive role to deliver pediatric comprehensive health assessments to pediatric patients on the inpatient post acute care unit at Franciscan Children’s. Demonstrates a high level of autonomy and expert skill in the diagnosis and treatment of complex responses of individual, families, and communities to actual or potential health problems. Formulates clinical decisions to manage acute and chronic illnesses and promote wellness.
Performs history and physical examinations, writes orders and reports
- Assesses and treats patients under the supervision of a physician
- Orders non-invasive laboratory and diagnostic tests
- Reviews laboratory studies
- Communicates patient information to all necessary staff and family members
- Assists in other outpatient or inpatient services as directed by supervising physician
- Dictates admission summaries, discharge summaries of inpatient stays, summaries of outpatient evaluations, and letters to referring physicians and agencies, and other pertinent documentation
- Attends rounds and writes progress notes. Notifies physician of patient's condition, reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents
- Performs routine procedures after receiving training and demonstrating competence to be determined by the supervising physician
- Participates in activities to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulatory agencies
- Participates in committee activity as assigned
- Successfully completes Hospital and department specific orientation and ongoing mandatory education requirements
- Other essential duties may be assigned as necessary to the operation of the department
NP Experience working with children with complex special health care needs is preferred, but not mandatory
Previous Nursing experience required with Nurse Practitioner experience preferred
Status Full-Time
Standard Hours per Week 40
Job Posting Category Medical Staff and Education
Regular, Temporary, Per Diem Regular
Office/Site Location Brighton
Remote Eligibility Onsite Only
