Nurse Practitioner Intensivist Program New

Position Description

Performs history and physical examinations and carries out appropriate intervention/procedures as determined by the plan of care. Coordinates care of assigned patients according to Northside Hospital established Standards of Care.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Conducts a history and physical examination of all assigned patients.
2. Manages all patients according to Northside Hospital established Standards of Care and protocols established by assigned directors.
3. May order treatments (including rehabilitation services), laboratory studies and x-rays as indicated for patients in the clinic or practice using established protocols.  In addition, the Nurse Practitioner will appropriately call in medications within the scope of his/her licensure.
4. Provide patient with discharge instructions and will check for understanding of instructions.
5. Provide the patient with follow up care when needed through a specialty physician referral or a follow up visit.
6. Input and maintain patient information in the computer system or medical chart as appropriate.
7. Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.  Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment, malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or employee/patient/visitor injury-accident to a member of management.

Position Requirements

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

• Master’s Degree in Nursing (Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program)
• Please refer to the Medical Staff Guidelines for certifications and credentialing applicable to this position.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION PREFERRED

•  One (1) year experience

License/Certification Requirements: Yes

Work Hours: 7a-7p

Weekend Requirements: No

On-Call Requirements: No