What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner | Emergency Department position at Tamarack Health?
About the Job :
The nurse practitioner will function as a primary health care provider in the urgent care or emergency department setting. The nurse practitioner utilizes the nursing process as a framework for managing patient care. Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills. The nurse practitioner works independently and in collaboration and consultation with physicians and other health care providers. The Nurse Practitioner manages acute minor and stable chronic illnesses, provides care including : comprehensive assessment, ordering of interventions, conducting and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing medications and providing treatments and therapies of a non-pharmacologic nature.
Requirements :
Demonstrated ability to meet performance criteria listed.
- Effective communication skills; verbal and written.
- Previous experience in an urgent care setting desirable.
- Maintains appropriate medical staff affiliation.
- At least six months prior experience as an RN.
- Must be able to speak the English language and write in an understandable manner.
- Must be competent to serve specific patient populations.
- May staff ER as primary provider with physician back-up in house.
- Role models the MMC Behavioral Standards.
Licensure or Certification :
Shift Time : 12- hour shifts
Benefits and Salary :
Comprehensive benefits package to include : 403(b) with employer match of 5%, Medical, HSA, Dental, PTO, Basic Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, etc.
About Us :
AMC is a regional medical center that serves patients from 7 counties in northwest Wisconsin and Gogebic County in Michigan. We have more than 70 full-time physicians and specialists on-staff and over 600 employees who are dedicated to providing quality care. Our charming city of Ashland, WI is located on the shores of Lake Superior near Bayfield and the 21 Apostle Islands, and boasts a strong community, historic charm, modern conveniences and abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation. Our passion and driving force is to see the people of our community live healthy, productive lives.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
