Family Nurse Practitioner - AVALA Care - Full-Time - RO49

AVALA•Mandeville, LA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Family Nurse Practitioner is responsible for caring for patients, maintaining accurate and current patient records and scheduling as well as administering follow-up appointments to patients as required. They work as a team with our nurses/medical assistants and physicians in delivering premium care to patients.

Requirements

Ability to work within a team and take direction
Must be familiar with the EHR medical charting system
Strong written and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to demonstrate reliability and responsiveness
Demonstrates sound judgment in respecting the confidentiality of patient and employee information
Seeks guidance and direction in the performance of responsibilities and duties
Promotes and demonstrates exceptional customer service skills
Share and receive information, concerns and feedback in a supportive manner
Educated on and compliant with HIPAA regulations; maintains strict confidentiality of client information
Complies with Infection Control, Standard Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional
Ability to work effectively within role independently and with other team members
Ability to organize and complete work in a timely manner
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Basic computer knowledge.

Nice To Haves

3 years of Family Nurse Practitioner experience preferred
ACLS preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments including medical histories and physical examinations
Diagnoses and manage acute and chronic health conditions
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests and laboratory results
Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state regulations
Educate patients on disease prevention, treatment plans, and medication management
Document all patient encounters accurately in the electronic health record (EHR)
Coordinate care with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals
Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as necessary
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, infection control, and organizational policies
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership