APP | Methodist University, Sickle Cell

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare • Memphis, TN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for planning and directing the delivery of primary heath care and health education programs in association with Methodist Healthcare Primary Care Associates (MHPCA). The incumbent will provide care and health education for patients and their family. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

Requirements

• Master's Degree Advanced Practice Nursing
• Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing
• Advanced Practice Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing
• Family Nurse Practitioner - American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Current DEA number (if required by facility).

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree Nursing
• Primary Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
• Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center
• Emergency Nurse Practitioner - American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
• Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
• Advanced Practice Nurse Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing
• Family Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center
• Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center
• Adult Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center

Responsibilities

• Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients in the assigned center according to approved protocol and acceptable standards.
• Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to written, approved protocols developed with and under the supervision of the Medical Director/collaborating Physician.
• Participates in the design and revision of protocols.
• Collaborates with Medical Physician and ancillary personnel as appropriate to promote quality care for patients.
• Makes referrals as appropriate.
• Recognizes and reacts appropriately to environmental safety factors related to patient care.
• Understands, applies and supports practice policies, procedures, goals and standards.
• Develops strong partnership with patients, family members, fellow physicians/nurses and support staff.
• Focuses on high patient and family satisfaction and retention.

Benefits

• The company values family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.
• The company offers opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career.
• The company recognizes and rewards associates.
• The company treats associates with respect.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level