Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN) - Dialysis/Nephrology

Washington Regional Medical System • Fayetteville, AR

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About The Position

Washington Regional Medical System, Northwest Arkansas' only locally owned, locally governed, not-for-profit hospital and health system is seeking a dialysis based Advanced Practice Provider to join our Washington Regional Renal Specialists of Northwest Arkansas Clinic. Renal Specialists of NWA is comprised of 6 Nephrologists and 3 Advanced Practice Providers.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Adult/Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program
• Advanced Practice Provider license, BLS, and national certification required
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a previous clinical role required

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in Nephrology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations of patients to evaluate health and diagnose illnesses
• Order and perform diagnostic tests, such as x-rays and laboratory tests
• Determine, plan, and provide appropriate treatment
• Prescribe and dispense medications
• Document and maintain electronic medical records
• Educate and counsel patients and families on presenting health problems, treatment plans, and home care, and encourage and promote preventative health care and positive health behaviors
• Request consultation or referral with other health care providers
• Actively maintain knowledge of current medical research and trends, and support research projects
• Travel to dialysis units within northwest Arkansas

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees