Job Description
Job Description
A Day in the Life of a CRMG Nurse Practitioner
Responsible for providing excellent quality care for patients in accordance with Cheyenne Regional Health System (Cheyenne Regional) standards and practices in hospital, clinic and outreach clinic settings.
Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?
- 403(b) with 4% employer match
- ANCC Magnet Hospital
- 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
- Education Assistance Program
- Employee Sponsored Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Loan Forgiveness Eligible
Here is What You Will Be Doing :
Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through patient / family interviews and chart review; assess presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and perform appropriate physical examination.Orders / performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests.Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with other providers and other disciplines, for evaluation of illness.Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing / dispensing medications and / or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws.Instructs patient / family regarding medications and treatments.Educates patients regarding health promotion / illness prevention.Recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient / family needs.Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies.Prepares documentation for medical records including updating patient medical chart by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written / computerized manner.Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulation, policies, and procedures.Collaborates with physicians when indicated in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient.Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls / e-mails.Participates in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.Desired Skills :
Knowledge of advanced practice of nursing including anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology and therapeutics, basic nutrition, behavioral factors, psychosocial / family systems, diagnostic testing, interpretation of results and clinical decision making, alternative treatment modalitiesKnowledge of professional nursing theory, practices and regulations related to evaluating and providing patient care, and professional ethics related to the delivery of nursing careKnowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, compliance with care recommendationsAbility to diagnose and treat complex medical problems, analyze data and develop a plan of care utilizing evidence based medicineSkill in gathering and analyzing physiological, socioeconomic, and emotional patient dataKnowledge of health promotion, health risk identification, and patient education principles and techniquesKnowledge of community, professional, and educational resourcesSkill in case management, time management, problem solving and crisis interventionAbility to establish / maintain effective working relationships with patients, clinical staff, and the publicExcellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to interact respectfully with diverse cultural and socio-economic populationsHere is What You Need :
Master's degree or higher in NursingCurrent Advanced Practice Nurse-Certified Nurse Practitioner (APRN-CNP) from the Wyoming StateBoard of NursingCurrent Controlled Substance Registration (CSR) from the Wyoming State Board of PharmacyCurrent Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) licensureSpecialty certifications as required per department / clinic specifications14 Days : Cheyenne Regional AHA RQI within fourteen (14) calendar days of start dateAbout Cheyenne Regional :
Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of I ntegrity, Cari n g, Compa s sion, Res p ect, Serv i ce, Teamwo r k and E xcellence to great health.
Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!