APRN-Hospitalist/Nocturnist

Marshall Health Network•Point Pleasant, WV

18h

About The Position

Rivers Health is seeking a night-shift APRN Hospitalist/Nocturnist. The role provides patient assessment and care within the guidelines of a collaborative agreement, including performing physical examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, documenting findings, and developing care plans and prognoses. The APRN works with physicians and other health professionals, submits patient goals and care plans for physician review, recommends or prescribes treatment, and refers patients for consultation or specialized care. The position also requires strong customer service, teamwork, collaboration, participation in quality-improvement activities, and compliance with organizational policies and procedures. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, including a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner or in a defined specialty.
One to two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.
Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style.
Ability to make effective speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management and public groups.

Responsibilities

Perform physical examinations and preventive health measures within the prescribed guidelines of a collaborative agreement.
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' clinical problems and health care needs.
Record physical findings and formulate a plan and prognosis based on the patient's condition.
Discuss cases with physicians and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plans when appropriate.
Submit individual patient health care plans and goals for periodic review and evaluation by a physician.
Prescribe or recommend drugs and other forms of treatment, including physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures.
Refer patients to a physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment.
Demonstrate excellence in customer service.
Foster an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration.
Participate in quality-improvement activities, including serving on quality-improvement teams.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with corporate and departmental policies and procedures and the Personnel Employee Handbook.