Nurse Practitioner - Advanced Practice

National Church Residences•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner provides nursing care to residents and clients in accordance with organizational policies and applicable state, federal, and accreditation requirements, under the general supervision of the Director of Operations- Advance Practice. The role involves advanced assessment and clinical judgment, independent management and treatment decisions, and appropriate documentation and reporting. The Nurse Practitioner conducts physical examinations and gathers comprehensive medical and social histories; orders, performs, and interprets laboratory tests; prescribes or orders medications, diets, and other treatments; and provides therapeutic or corrective care, including urgent care. The position manages client care and follow-up, makes referrals and arrangements for additional care, and determines when hospital admission or emergency care is needed. Care is tailored to clients’ social and economic circumstances, with connections to community resources as appropriate. The role also includes client and community education, home visits, rotating after-hours call coverage, development of health education materials and clinical practice guidelines, and participation in community programs. The Nurse Practitioner represents the practice or profession before relevant organizations and governing bodies as needed. The position requires a master’s degree in nursing, nurse practitioner certification, at least two years of RN experience in a healthcare setting, and current RN and Nurse Practitioner licensure in the state of practice. Moderate travel is required.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a Master’s Degree in Nursing.
Nurse practitioner certification.
At least two years of experience as an RN in a healthcare setting.
Current RN license and Nurse Practitioner licensure in good standing for the state in which practicing.
Good communication, comprehension, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and the World Wide Web.
Moderate travel required.

Responsibilities

Conduct physical examinations and comprehensive medical and social histories for healthy individuals and those with acute or chronic illnesses.
Make independent decisions about managing and treating identified medical problems.
Order, perform, and interpret laboratory tests for screening and diagnosis.
Prescribe and order appropriate diets, medications, and other treatments, including physical therapy.
Perform therapeutic or corrective measures, including urgent care.
Refer individuals to specialist nurses, physicians, and other healthcare providers.
Provide information, instruction, and counseling about health maintenance and promotion, social problems, illness prevention and management, and medication use.
Evaluate the effectiveness of instruction and counseling, provide additional support as needed, and follow up with noncompliant patients.
Manage client care by developing treatment and follow-up plans, monitoring progress, arranging further care, determining when referral or hospital or emergency care is necessary, and determining when an illness is resolved.
Assess clients’ social and economic factors and tailor care accordingly.
Maintain familiarity with community resources and connect clients with appropriate services.
Agree with clients on provider and client responsibilities.
Maintain an acceptable level of productivity to meet facility goals.
Make home visits and provide care in clients’ homes as necessary.
Accept after-hours calls and handle after-hours problems on a rotating schedule.
Participate in developing health education materials and clinical practice guidelines.
Obtain informed consent when appropriate and necessary.
Participate in community programs, health fairs, school programs, and workplace programs.
Represent the practice or profession as an NP before local and state governing bodies, agencies, and private businesses as needed.
Maintain a positive and professional manner, manage time effectively, provide role-model leadership, collaborate, and participate in policy creation and problem solving.
Follow organizational policies, the Employee Information Guide, the Code of Conduct, facility handbooks, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Provide care with respect and dignity, report complaints and allegations of abuse or misappropriation, and complete required annual education, including compliance, privacy, security, and HIPAA training.
Perform other duties as assigned.