Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Full Time - Toledo - Neurology

NOMS Healthcare•Toledo, OH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

NOMS Healthcare is hiring a full-time Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant for its Toledo, Ohio neurology practice. The role provides primary care services by assessing and managing clinic patients according to established standards and practices. Neurology experience is preferred. The position works with physicians to manage patients’ acute and long-term medical needs and to provide monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits. The position is based in an office with exam rooms and medical offices. The clinical environment involves frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to clinical settings. NOMS describes its culture as patient-centered, quality-focused, team-oriented, community-minded, and grounded in trust.

Requirements

Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program.
At least three years of professional nursing experience in a clinic setting.
At least two years of nurse practitioner experience.
Current State of Ohio CNP or APRN license.
Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, and regulations for providing and evaluating patient care.
Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments used to administer patient care.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish and maintain a safe work environment.
Skill in applying and modifying professional nursing principles, methods, and techniques to provide ongoing patient care.
Skill in taking medical histories, assessing medical conditions, and interpreting findings.
Ability to navigate electronic medical records.
Ability to maintain quality control standards.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly and establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
Neurology experience.
EPIC experience.

Responsibilities

Comply with HIPAA and OSHA regulations and policies.
Perform complete physical examinations, obtain medical histories, and document findings.
Order appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures, and interpret and integrate results to determine preliminary diagnoses and therapeutic plans.
Administer medications and injections in compliance with state law and clinic guidelines.
Suture minor lacerations.
Instruct patients and families regarding medications and treatments.
Educate patients about health and illness prevention.
Recommend community resources to meet patient and family needs.
Collaborate with physicians to manage patients’ acute and long-term medical needs and provide monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits.
Maintain and review patient records, charts, and other pertinent information.
Post test and examination results.
Triage patient telephone calls and provide consultation.
Maintain patient confidentiality.