Family Nurse Practitioner - Gordonsville-7457-11618HighPoint - Sumner Physicians Practice
Description
Provides primary or acute healthcare services for certain acute or chronic health conditions in specific populations in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Reports to : Market Director - Physician Practices
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.
Qualifications
Minimum Education
Master's degree in Nursing - Nurse Practitioner Program - Required 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.
Computer skills required Required Skills
BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross - Required If not current upon hire, must be obtained within 30 days of start date. Required Skills
Licenses : State of Tennessee Nurse Practitioner Minimum Work Experience
6 months practical application within scope of NP in Family Practice or Specialty Required
2 years Family Practice and / or Specialty Clinic as NP Preferred
Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant
Primary Location
Tennessee-Gallatin
Schedule
Full-timeWork ScheduleDay shift, 7-10 hr / shift, weekdays only