$20k Incentive Nocturnist Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Hospital Medicine

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to provide exceptional care in a clinical environment. This role involves assessing patient needs, establishing treatment plans, and managing medications while ensuring compliance with healthcare policies. The ideal candidate will excel in patient communication and demonstrate a commitment to ethical healthcare practices. Join a collaborative team that values your expertise and dedication to improving patient outcomes. If you are passionate about patient advocacy and delivering quality care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Requires a Nurse Practitioner license and strong patient assessment skills.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and medication management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Establishes diagnoses and implements treatment plans for patients.
• Communicates effectively with patients and healthcare teams.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Electronic Medical Record Management

Medication Management

Communication Skills

Clinical Procedures

Education

Nurse Practitioner License

Job description

• Assesses and establishes a presumptive diagnosis and implements treatment plans for their patient population.
• Makes accurate and complete entries into the electronic medical record; orders and interprets diagnostic testing and consults as appropriate and prescribes appropriate medical therapy utilizing evidenced based practice.
• Prescribes, adjusts or discontinues medications or therapies as appropriate.
• Evaluates and reports to collaborating physician any circumstances or approaches to medical management or test results that present a significant risk to patient's health or well-being.
• Performs procedures within the scope of practice of the nurse practitioner license.
• Communicates with collaborative physician, patient, PCP and referring staff through telephone or other means of correspondence.
• Instills confidence in patient acting as their advocate by providing safe, ethical care and health education to the patient and their family in a language that they can understand.
• Interprets and follows policies and guidelines to define procedures and meet goals and deadlines.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.