What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Provider - Geriatrics position at Muckleshoot Indian Tribe?
JOB SUMMARY
ARNP who works independently and in collaboration with other physicians in the clinic in a family practice environment and Home visits with an emphasis on chronic disease management and Geriatrics.
MAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position.
EDUCATION - EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING FOR POSITION
Required:
- Graduation from accredited program for either a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or a Doctor of Nursing Practice(DNP)
- Washington state license as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (family nurse practitioner), Certification as FNP by ANCC, AANP or equivalent.
- Three to five (3-5) years’ experience in primary care or family medicine and at least 1-2 years of geriatric experience required.
- Current CPR and BLS certifications
- Valid Washington State driver’s license.
Preferred:
- Previous experience in a tribal health care environment preferred.
SPECIFIC SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR POSITION
Skills:
- Clinical skills for hands-on evaluation and treatment.
- Patient assessment skills, including the ability to observe and collect subjective data, make proper assessments, and develop treatment plans.
- Patient teaching skills using appropriate adult/child-learning models.
- Effective verbal and written communication with patients and staff.
- Time management and organizational skills for task prioritization and delegation.
- Problem-solving and decision-making, encompassing fact-finding, research, prioritization, plan development, and evaluation of effectiveness.
- Resourcefulness and the ability to enlist support when needed.
- Strong written communication and documentation skills, including legibility, accuracy, and thoroughness in charting, note-taking, and requisitions.
- Teamwork skills, demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other providers, medical support staff, and front office staff in a professional manner.
Ability:
- Ability to evaluate and treat patients with various diagnoses and medications.
- Demonstrated expertise in treating childhood illnesses in pediatrics, including asthma, URI, otitis, etc.
- Conducting comprehensive well child exams, well women’s exams, and Medicare wellness exams.
- Patient teaching skills, including instructing patients using appropriate adult/child-learning models.
- Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks concurrently and delegate as needed.
- Problem-solving and decision-making, including fact-finding, research, prioritization, plan development, and effectiveness evaluation.
- Resourcefulness and the ability to enlist support when required.
- Competency in using electronic health record systems efficiently.
- Clinical skills for hands-on evaluation and treatment of symptoms and disease processes in a family practice environment.
- Effective verbal and written communication with patients, staff, and the ability to adhere to HIPAA and other health information regulations.
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of chronic diseases, including diabetes, hypertension (HTN), cardiovascular disease (CVD), and asthma.
- Understanding of vaccines, immunizations, and physical requirements.
- Familiarity with HIPAA and other laws/regulations related to protected health information.
- Competence in all areas of medical practice, with a strong assessment ability to observe and obtain subjective data, make proper assessments, and develop treatment plans.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work is performed mostly in a clinic setting. Continuously uses vision and listens. Frequently sits, stands, and/or talks. Requires manual dexterity for computer work and routine paperwork. Occasionally walks, climbs stairs, bends at the waist, drives, and/or reaches with hands and arms. Occasionally lifts and/or carries up to 50 lbs. Occasionally pushes or pulls up to 250 lbs. May occasionally be exposed to moving mechanical parts and/or biohazardous waste materials.
