What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgery - General Nurse Practitioner position at Palm Health Resources?
Neurosurgery team is hiring a Nocturnist ( Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants) to join our team. This is a night shift position, 3, 12 hour shifts per week.
This position requires at least 1 year of Neurosurgery Advanced Practice Provider experience to work independently on the night shift!
JOB DESCRIPTION :
- Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients.
- Documents the delivery of care in the individual's medical records. Conducts patient interviews and documents patient histories, psychosocial histories, health status and medical problems or potential problems.
- Under the direction of a physician, performs physical examinations and specialized diagnostic and / or therapeutic procedures including cast application and removal, wound suturing and dressing changes.
- Assists physician in diagnosing medical problems, developing care plans, and prescribing treatment.
- Orders, schedules and / or performs laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as urinalyses, pregnancy and blood tests, and x-rays.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Our Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants are an integral part of a flourishing health care system. Some highlights of joining the Healthcare team :