Nurse Practitioner - Weekends Required

New Jersey Urology•Old Bridge, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As a primary health care provider working in collaboration with a licensed physician or physicians, the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will assess the physical status of patients by means of interview, health history, physical examinations, and diagnostic tests. In accordance with medical protocols agreed upon by the physician, the APP evaluates test findings, makes initial medical diagnosis and initiates appropriate action to facilitate the implementation of the therapeutic plan consistent with the continued health care needs of the client.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited NP/PA program.
AANP or ANCC/NCCPA board certification, license or qualification for state licensure is required.
Must have current BLS certifications.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Thorough knowledge in computer information systems.

Nice To Haves

Two years of Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Obtain and document a complete and advanced health and development history from the patient and/or family members, and perform and document an advanced physical examination of the patient, delineate problems and present data.
In collaboration with a licensed physician or physicians, order and/or perform special screening and diagnostic tests and procedures; analyze all data collected; take appropriate course of action as necessary.
Explain the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient/family.
Participate in active patient teaching relevant to patient’s concerns/diagnosis including but not limited to preventative health maintenance issues.
Assist in the formulation and implementation of the plan of care, which may involve various treatment modalities, prescribed medications, consultation with other health care providers, and referrals.
Seek consult with supervising physician when patient’s progress does not meet anticipated and/or predetermined criteria.
In collaboration with a physician or physicians, identify and manage acute and chronic illnesses in accordance with established protocols.
Document data, patient assessment and plan of care as defined by the Associated Medical Professionals standards.
Maintain and improve professional knowledge and skills by participating in seminars, lectures, and continuing education programs.
Maintain and apply a working knowledge of medical documentation and correct billing procedures and healthcare regulatory compliance standards.
Provide formal and/or informal in-services to clinical staff as appropriate.
May also be asked to assist in teaching students, residents and interns in complex techniques and procedures, which are unique to the cardiology setting.
Provide emergency treatment and initiate emergency life saving measures as appropriate, including BLS/CPR, and ACLS.
May be asked to provide medical care at off-site locations including hospitals with which the Associated Medical Professionals is affiliated.
May be asked to participate in development of U.S. Urology Partners policies and procedures.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.