NURSE PRACTITIONER,EXPRESS CARE - AMG EXPRESS CARE - FT DAYS

ANDERSON HOSPITAL•Bethalto, IL

6d•$77 - $77•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner’s primary responsibility is to promote and maintain health by providing safe and effective patient care within the parameters of the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and Anderson Healthcare policies and procedures. The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides diagnostic and therapeutic health care services as a member of the health care team. The APRN takes medical histories, examines and treats patients, orders and interprets point-of-care laboratory tests and x-rays, makes diagnoses, and provides patient education and counseling.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Nursing and graduation from an accredited Family Nurse Practitioner curriculum.
National nurse practitioner certification through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), as appropriate for the position.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
Current Illinois Controlled Substance License and current Illinois DEA registration.
BCLS, ACLS, and PALS.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a nurse practitioner is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess patient health by interviewing patients, performing physical examinations, and obtaining, updating, and studying medical histories, including medication history.
Order point-of-care laboratory tests and/or radiology studies and interpret test results.
Prescribe medications based on a cooperative agreement with the supervising physician.
Analyze test reports and findings from physical examinations to formulate a plan of care.
Document patient care completely, accurately, and in a timely manner.
Perform therapeutic procedures, including administering injections and immunizations, suturing, and managing wounds and infections.
Assess patient learning needs and provide instruction and counseling to promote wellness and health maintenance.
Provide continuity of care by working with the supervising physician to develop and implement care management plans.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals, including nurses, technicians, and patient access staff.
Complete credentialing documentation in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.