About this opportunity
LE113 North Mississippi Medical Clinics, Inc. lists this Nurse Practitioner - Clinics ( NE ) opportunity in starkville, Mississippi. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We believe a career is more than just a career - it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.
Department: Family Clinic of Starkville Work Shift: . Job Description: The Nurse Practitioner at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for delivering high-quality patient care in clinic and long-term care settings under the direction of a physician preceptor. This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients while providing education on health, disease processes, and wellness to patients and their families. The Nurse Practitioner must demonstrate strong clinical competence, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently while adhering to established standards and regulations.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Patient Care
Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients in the Clinic and/or Long Term Care setting according to the scope of practice outlined by the Board of Nursing, approved protocols, and national standards of practice as directed by the physician preceptor.
Patient Education
Provides patients and/or family members with education related to the disease process, health, and wellness.
Serves as a resource for community agencies as appropriate.
Documentation
Ensures timely and accurate documentation of patient status and patient care activities including treatments, procedures, and medications prescribed.
Continuing Education
Ensures clinical competence.
Stays abreast of changes in medical management.
Participates in a variety of health care education activities.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication required
Maintains working knowledge of skills and current technology; required
Interaction with a patient population of all ages ranging from neonates to geriatrics, required
Responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients in the clinic setting
Ability to work without close supervision
Ability to exercise independent judgment in a professional area
Must be able to organize multiple tasks
Must maintain control of work flow
Must have extensive contact with: patients, physicians, clinic personnel, family members and others
Must display a professional demeanor at all times
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve
Must maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines and regulations
Physical Demands
Standing. Frequently
Walking. Frequently
Sitting. occasionally
Lifting/Carrying. occasionally 100 lbs
Pushing/Pulling. Frequently
Climbing. Rarely
Balancing. occasionally
Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. occasionally
Reaching/Over Head Work. occasionally
Grasping. Frequently
Speaking. Constantly
Hearing. Constantly
Repetitive Motions. Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently
Salary Range: $96,283.20 - $144,435.20
Education: Doctorate Degree | Nursing | Not Required Master’s Degree | Nursing | Required
Certifications: North Mississippi Health Services is a large rural health care system with state-of-the-art facilities in Mississippi and Alabama. We have career opportunities ranging from inpatient hospital care to 70+ rural health and specialty clinics, a variety of outpatient, women’s and behavioral health services and many additional support services. Our team of over 7,000 works together every day toward our shared mission - to continuously improve the health of the people of our region.
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Worksite address
starkville, MS, 39760, US
Who can apply
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