Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
Job Description
Raphael Health Center
Position Description
Completion of an MSN degree with requirements for prescriptive privileges
Current Indiana license as NP or PA
Training in obstetrics, gynecology, family practice and/or pediatrics
Two to three years professional NP experience preferred
Professional knowledge and application skills obtained as component of Nurse Practitioner program in areas of patient assessment and management
Effective oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of nursing theories, behavioral concepts, specialty treatment and community resources, state and federal laws regulating medical profession
Bilingual in Spanish preferred
Scope of Tasks & Responsibilities:
Assess patient’s physical and psychosocial status
Obtain medical history, review chart, order and review test and laboratory results
Accurately assess patient needs and make judgments regarding care
Perform physical examination, routine pap and pelvic exam, breast exam,post-AB
Develop care/treatment plan with patient and family.Identify treatment and service needs and facilitate referral for home visits, specialty healthcare, etc.
Provide health education and counseling for preventive health care, medication administration and therapeutic treatment
Work as a member of health professional team
Participate in development and implementation of policies, procedures, nursing standards, clinical protocols and continued professional growth
Participate in committees as needed [eg. Emergency Response, Open Access, Refugee Health, etc.
Maintain communication with Bellflower Clinic Disease Intervention Specialists for STD reporting
Dispense/administer medication in accordance with prescribed orders and protocol
Maintain appropriate records and prepare statistical data
Order medical equipment and pharmaceutical supplies
Attend regularly scheduled meetings
Function independently and handle a variety of responsibilities while working with all staff levels
Commitment to and ensure work is operating in a manner consistent to the Raphael Health Center mission
Treat patients, visitors and coworkers with respect and dignity
Other duties as assigned
Work Schedule:
Weekdays (8-5)
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