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Job description
St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner/Physician assistant in the CVT- Critical Care. The individual in the role will promote excellence in patient care by advancing the quality, efficient, and cost-effective care.
Daily hospital rounds with physician.
Dictates patient's admission history and physical.
Orders appropriate laboratory tests, x-rays and other diagnostic test as deemed necessary by the patient's condition in collaboration with the physician.
Prescribes appropriate medications to manage the patient's diagnosis.
Prescribes treatment plans including appropriate diet, rest, activities, etc.
Performs minor bedside procedures.
Communicates information regarding patient status and needs to the attending physician.
Initiate appropriate evaluation and emergency management treatment for emergency situations.
Prepares and dictates patient's discharge summary and/or the transfer of care notes
EDUCATION: Graduate of an approved Nurse Practitioner/Physician's Assistant program
Licensure: Current licensure in the State of West Virginia Board Certification as Nurse
Practitioner NP-BC/National
Certification in Physician Assistant (PANCE)PA-C
Certification: ACLS
Prescriptive Privileges: Comply with West Virginia Code related to attaining and maintaining limited prescriptive privileges.
EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years experience preferred as Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
Two (2) years as a Critical Care RN or Nurse Practitioner preferred.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, staff and other health care providers. Ability to use equipment needed for a thorough physical examination. Behaviors which reflect understanding, emotional stability, patience, tact and consideration for individual differences.
Worksite address
huntington, WV, 25777, US
Who can apply
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