What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner - SHM position at Sovah Health - Martinsville?
Job Description
Position Summary
Sovah Health is looking for the ideal candidate who will provide primary or acute healthcare services for certain acute or chronic health conditions in specific populations in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
- Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview and examination.
- Documents patient care performed, assessments made, and orders given.
- Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies.
- Performs preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations and care.
- Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions, including use of prescriptive authority and referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.
- Provides counseling and education of patients and their families / caregivers concerning preventative health and wellness, treatment options, and community resources.
- Provides care in the context of promoting age- and culture-appropriate informed choices, shared decision making, and the right to self-determination.
Who We Are :
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Licensed for 220 beds, SOVAH Health – Martinsville, is a full service, acute-care hospital providing over 22 medical specialties. Among the services we offer are a home health & hospice agency, advanced wound healing center, cardiac rehabilitation center, two cardiac catheterization labs, and medical & radiation oncology services.
Where We Are :
In Martinsville, explore culture and arts, enjoy kayaking or hiking and so much more in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. From the river to the racetrack, we offer plenty of activities to guarantee that you and your family have a fun filled time!
Why Choose Us :
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Education
Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner Program required or Master's in Nursing.
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Certifications :
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required
Licenses :
Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Virginia and licensed by the Virginia Department of Health Professions as a Nurse Practitioner required
Current national certification by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, the American Nurses’ Credentialing Center or other credentialing center recognized by the board (See Regulations governing the Licensure of Nurse Practitioners published by the Virginia Board of Nursing / Virginia Board of Medicine) required
Current Authorization to Prescribe by the State of Virginia required
Current Controlled Substance Registration required
EEOC Statement :
SOVAH Health - Martinsville is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment : Minority / Female / Disabled / Protected Veteran
