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Job title :
Work Location :
SGH Medical ClinicReports to :
Chief of Staff / Clinic DirectorJob Type :
Full TimeExperience
Two (2) years of Clinical nursing experience is preferred.Education :
Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner Program (Master's Degree).Schedule :
Monday - FridayPosition Summary :
A Nurse Practitioner offer autonomous nursing care to patients in a clinical setting. Primary duties include advising patients on medical and nursing needs, assessing patients in their care and providing them with treatment plans and health education.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Under the direction of the clinic physician(s), the Nurse practitioner performs clinical assessment and management of assigned patients' continuum of care.Carrying out clinical examination of patients in their care.Performing diagnosis based on their assessment of the patient.Taking specimen (blood, urine, etc.) samples and ordering tests samples.
creating short or long-term treatment plans and prescribing medications based on test findings.Performing routine medical procedures.Performing periodic evaluations of their patients and referring them to specialists as necessary.Provide general and preventative care.Renders services within the scope of practice by the Mississippi Board of Nursing and clinic protocols.Subject to irregular hours.May be required to wear personal protective equipment as directed.Follow infection control and isolation guidelines.Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures.Perform other duties as assigned.License and Certification(s) :
Current Mississippi Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult Nurse Practitioner, or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner licensure is required.Prescribing privileges through Mississippi Board of Nursing and Drug Enforcement Agency.BLS is required .Education and / or Work Experience Requirements :
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staffBasic computer skillsProfessional, friendly attitudeExcellent bedside mannerIn-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and proceduresWorking knowledge of healthcare laws and regulationsTeam player with excellent communication and interpersonal skillsResponsible and compassionateOutstanding organizational and multi-tasking skillsExcellent problem-solving skillsAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer serviceAbility to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practicesConducts clinical hourly roundingPhysical Requirements :
The Nurse Practitioner must have the ability to move around freely, walk and stand for long periods of time; u se stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired; use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; bend or twist their body; u nderstand the speech of another person and speak clearly so listeners can understand; and see details of objects that are less than a few feet away and at a distance.
