APRN/PA, Family Medicine, Vinita

Saint Francis Health System•Vinita, OK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The APRN/PA provides clinical services within the scope and practice guidelines of the State Nurse Practice Act and Saint Francis Health System policies. The role is in Family Medicine at Warren Clinic in Vinita, Oklahoma. The position assesses patients, provides interventions, evaluates care, performs procedures and treatments according to established protocols, and promotes wellness through patient education. Depending on the circumstances, the provider may perform complete physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, recommend procedures and treatments, and initiate drug therapy. The provider coordinates care with physicians, other healthcare providers, agencies, patients, and families; documents services and related medical records and billing materials; helps identify and order supplies; participates in quality and safety initiatives; and follows current Health System OSHA and HIPAA policies and procedures. This position is identified as safety-sensitive under Oklahoma law. The posting notes that a positive marijuana test may be grounds to refuse to hire, discipline, or discharge an employee in a safety-sensitive position, even when the person has a valid medical marijuana license.

Requirements

Complete the basic professional curriculum of a school of nursing approved and verified by a state board of nursing, and hold or be entitled to hold a diploma or degree from that school.
Complete a master's or higher-level educational program in an advanced practice nursing area from an accredited collegiate program.
Hold a valid multi-state or State of Oklahoma Registered Nurse License.
Hold a valid State of Oklahoma APRN License with current specialty certification.
Hold valid State of Oklahoma BON Prescriptive Authority Recognition.
Have 0–1 year of related experience.
Demonstrate effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Demonstrate patient care skills.
Effectively organize a multitask role.
Understand healthcare delivery processes in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical services, including assessment, intervention, and evaluation of care, within the scope of practice established by state law.
Consult and collaborate with physicians, other healthcare providers, and agencies to coordinate services for patients and families.
Document services according to established policies and procedures, including preparing medical records, billing documents, and care plans.
Perform procedures and treatments as necessary and according to established protocols; recommend procedures and treatments when appropriate.
Promote patient wellness through patient education.
Use advanced clinical knowledge or experience to resolve patient questions and meet patient needs.
When appropriate, perform complete physical examinations, including ordering, interpreting, and evaluating diagnostic tests and examinations.
When appropriate, initiate drug therapy and take responsibility for therapy performed before consultation with a physician.
Assist in identifying and ordering needed supplies.
Participate in quality initiatives and safety functions.
Remain informed about and comply with current Health System OSHA and HIPAA policies and procedures.