Nurse Practitioner (A), IMC/Med Surg Req #: 30127675 Category: Clinical/Allied Health Facility: Beaumont Hospital Taylor Department: Nursing Admin Schedule: Full time Shift: Midnights Job Details:
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under the general guidance of the medical director, the nurse practitioner will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with diseases and adverse health conditions following the written guidelines approved by the department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1. Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies.
2. Recognizes deviations from normal in the physical assessment. Works in collaboration with a physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow-up.
3. Writes prescriptions for medication, blood products based upon laboratory results, routine diagnostic and follow-up studies, therapeutic measures, and post-discharge care in accordance with written practice protocols.
4. Determines eligibility of patients for entry into clinical trials based on findings.
5. Requests written consultation from physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate and quality patient care.
6. Interprets and evaluates findings of studies/tests.
7. Relays appropriate information regarding patient care to the collaborating physician.
8. Administers therapeutic measures and obtains specimens as prescribed.
9. Evaluates the quality of care provided and recommends changes for improvement.
10. Initiates appropriate actions to facilitate the implementation of therapeutic plans that are consistent with the continuing healthcare needs of the client.
11. Dictates follow-up letters to referring physicians with summaries of treatment, response, and plan.
12. Maintains provision of preventive health services (e.g. screening, risks assessment, immunizations, PAP smears, self-breast exam).
13. Dictates or writes patient history, admissions, care plans, progress, and discharge notes.
14. Interacts with program assistants and data managers for optimal patient care.
15. Assists in the management of family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of patient care.
16. Conducts or participates in daily multidisciplinary rounds and ensures appropriate and quality care for assigned patient.
17. Provides on-call coverage.
18. Performs patient triage and determines the urgency of physician's evaluation.
19. Provides symptom management for side effects related to oncologic treatment.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
A. Education / Training:
*Master's Degree in Nursing with clinical specialization from an accredited institution
B. Work Experience:
*1 to 3 years' experience as an APP working with adult population required
C. Certification, Licensure, Registration:
*State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner license required, AHA BLS required
D. Other Qualifications:
*Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills consistent with mission and values.
*Demonstrates interpersonal skills necessary to interact with patients in situations requiring sensitivity and tact.
*Demonstrates strong health assessment skills
**This is a Midnight shift position**
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Beaumont Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
