Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

JMA HRM•Saratoga, CA

45d

About The Position

A Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant is directly responsible for patient care during procedures and any duties delegated by the physicians. NPs/PAs exercise a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion, and decision-making skills. They are expected to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the physician. Candidates should be able to make responsible decisions within the scope of a dependent medical practitioner. We are looking for seasoned professionals to join our team and become a valuable member of our well-established practice.

Requirements

Minimum of one year experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Current California Registered Nurse or Nurse Practitioner license
Current California PA license
Certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Current CPR certification

Responsibilities

Performing patient assessments and reviewing patient information
Coordinating planned nursing care with other health care team members
Identifying goals, formulating plans of patient care and evaluating outcomes
Training and instructing new personnel as necessary
Assisting in the preparation and maintenance of a clean work environment
Assisting with organization and development of policies and procedures
Ensuring compliance with care plans and determining appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
Providing acute and chronic patient care, including taking histories, doing physicals, monitoring therapies, giving injections/medications, and suturing wounds
Educating patients and families as appropriate and providing continuity of care
Maintaining patient confidentiality