Position Summary:

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for all sides of care of a patient. They diagnose, educate, and treat patients to ensure that they have the best possible care. A few of the main duties of the NP are performing diagnostic tests and exams, documenting patient's medical history, educating patients, and referring patients to other specialists. They also administer vaccines and other treatments. NPs work in close coordination with other members of the healthcare team, including physicians, medical assistants, and practice or clinic managers, to deliver the highest possible quality of care to patients.

Key Responsibilities

Dedicated to fighting disorders and diseases of the nervous system, specifically geared towards cognitive neurology
Gathers subjective and objective patient information through an in depth history and physical
Works as a team with designated physician to help determine and diagnose the etiology of the cognitive complaint
Diagnose patients by performing routine exams and diagnostic tests on patients within the scope of practice
Assist the neurological team manage all neurological disorders as needed by assisting in on-call coverage
Generate accurate charge slips after each patient visit
Create a care plan for a patient and work together with other medical team members to ensure care plan is effectively followed
Delegate role appropriate tasks to other medical team members as necessary for patient care
Respond to patient questions and health concerns
Prescribe medications and suggest lifestyle changes
Review and retain orderly and well-kept patient records
Collect specimens, refer to laboratory, and assess medical results
Administer topical, oral, intravenous, or intramuscular medications
Communicate pertinent medical records to appropriate specialists as needed
Report diseases, births, and deaths in accordance with government rules
Ensure clinical practice is in accordance with Pure Healthcare’s Policies and Procedures
Maintain excellent patient safety and satisfaction scores
Always maintain a professional environment
Always maintain a clean and organized clinic
Provide compassionate healthcare to patients
Establish and maintain strong community relationships with Home Health organizations, Independent Living Facilities and Senior Living Communities
Conduct outreach with other providers/specialists as directed
Promote community education
Speaks publicly at events regarding MTC and dementia as deemed necessary

Required Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of health and patient care regulations
Excellent communication skills
Strong ethics
Team spirit with a positive attitude
Patience and cool-headedness
Willingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experience
Valid nurse practitioner license

Education/Licensure/Technical Requirements.

NP certification through either AANP or ANCC
Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing
Active Nurse Practitioner license in the state for which the position exists, must be in good
standing.
Active RN license in the state for which the position exists, must be in good
standing.
Proficient with personal computers and contemporary software applications (EMR, MS Office
Suite, Etc.)
Warm and welcoming bedside manner
Exceptional teamwork skills
Always maintains professional appearance and demeanor
BLS Certification required within 30 days of hire
Ability to meet U.S. employment and eligibility requirements

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