Nurse Practitioner
About The Position
SignatureCare Emergency Center is seeking an experienced and dedicated nurse practitioner or physician assistant to work in a busy emergency care facility in Odessa, Texas. The role delivers physician-level care while following company policies, safety regulations, and productivity metrics. The practitioner works with physicians and other nurses and consults with healthcare professionals as needed. Exceptional patient interaction skills are required. The position includes evaluating patients, ordering and interpreting tests, diagnosing health problems, administering medications, recommending treatment or follow-up, and keeping patient records current. The practitioner must also be able to perform laceration repairs, abscess drainage, splinting, and other noninvasive procedures. Benefits are available for full-time positions only.
Requirements
- A master’s degree in nursing.
- A current state nurse practitioner license.
- Minimum 2+ years of emergency room experience.
- Strong knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA.
- Strong verbal and written interpersonal communication skills.
- Patient and compassionate nature.
- Ability to work as part of a team alongside physicians and other nurses.
- Proficiency with medical instruments and equipment.
- Familiarity with an EHR medical charting system.
- Knowledge of disease prevention.
- Exceptional patient interaction skills.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in computer-based data management programs and information systems is preferred.
- Prescriptive authorization; it will be provided if needed.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate new-patient consultations and review health histories.
- Perform physical examinations and patient screenings.
- Order and administer tests, including blood work.
- Review and interpret test results.
- Diagnose health problems and detect changes in patient condition.
- Administer medications and operate medical equipment.
- Recommend further treatment options or future appointments when needed.
- Provide referrals to other practitioners when necessary.
- Provide patients and families with after-care and ongoing-care information and resources.
- Keep patient records up to date, including test results, immunizations, and condition changes.
- Consult with other healthcare professionals as needed.
- Deliver quality, physician-level care while complying with company policies, safety regulations, and productivity metrics.
- Perform laceration repairs, abscess drainage, splinting, and other noninvasive procedures.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans with sliding-scale premiums.
- 100% coverage for preventive health services.
- Health benefits start on the first of the month after hire.
- HSA and FSA options.
- Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
- 401(k) contributions starting after 30 days, with a 100% match on the first 4% and full vesting after 3 years.
- Employee discounts on travel, fitness, shopping, and more.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
