In collaboration with a physician, provides for the expansion of individualized primary healthcare services by diagnosing and treating certain acute or chronic health conditions.
Responsibilities
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Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview and examination. Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies. Performs preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations and patient care.
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Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions via referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.
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Counsels and educates patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.
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Documents delivery of health care and nursing processes in accordance with specific specialty area standards and network nursing policy.
Licensure / Certification / Registration
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Required Credential(s):
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Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Authority credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing/obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local Credentialing Office.
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Registered Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local Credentialing Office.
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BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
OR
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Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
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Current, valid state license (PA or NP) and appropriate certification (NCCPA or ANCC/AANP).
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Current BLS and ACLS certifications required.
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Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
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Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Education
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Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
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Master's degree of Nursing required.
Work Experience