About this opportunity
Beacon Health System lists this Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Extended Care opportunity in kalamazoo, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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
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.
Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions via referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.
Counsels and educates patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.
Documents delivery of health care and nursing processes in accordance with specific specialty area standards and network nursing policy.
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Required Credential(s):
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.
Registered Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local Credentialing Office.
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
Current, valid state license (PA or NP) and appropriate certification (NCCPA or ANCC/AANP).
Current BLS and ACLS certifications required.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Education
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
Master's degree of Nursing required.
Work Experience
None required.
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Worksite address
kalamazoo, MI, 49006, US
Who can apply
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