Advanced Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Room

Genesis HealthCare System; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare System in the United States seeks a Nurse Practitioner for the Emergency Medicine department who will formulate care plans based on assessments, educate patients and families, and collaborate with physicians and staff to deliver wellness-oriented, preventative care. The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and adherence to Genesis Mission and values.

Qualified candidates hold an Ohio NP certification, active RN license in Ohio, and current CPR/BCLS.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP).
• Graduate of approved School of Nursing: Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio.
• Minimum five (5) years clinical experience including two (2) years in area relevant to certification.
• Valid certificate to prescribe in accordance with Ohio rules and formulary.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• BCLS certification is required.
• Ability to communicate well in oral and written manner; observe, assess, guide and evaluate others.
• Ability to read, calculate and prepare medication; observe and analyze reactions.

Responsibilities

• Works with collaborating physician and department administration to meet needs of patients and the organization.
• Maintains balance between outcome, cost and process.
• Works closely with patients and families to provide education on wellness, prevention and early intervention.
• Functions as clinician, collaborator, consultant, researcher, and educator to accomplish clinical outcomes.
• Acts as a self directed professional using nursing theory and advanced practice.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Interprofessional collaboration

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Patient education

Education

Registered Nurse in Ohio

Job description

GENESIS HEALTHCARE SYSTEM

In order to fill our Mission of serving our community by helping each person achieve optimal health and well-being by providing compassionate, exceptional, and affordable healthcare services, all employees of Genesis HealthCare System must be committed to living the Genesis Mission and Genesis values of Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Team, and Innovation. All employees must regard themselves as an ‘owner’ of Genesis and keep our patients at the center of everything we do - always.

Position Details:

Work Shift:
Varied Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0

Department:
Emergency Medicine
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Overview of Position:

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides comprehensive care to clients by formulating a plan based on assessment data gathered through patient history, physical examination and selected diagnostic procedures.; The NP educates clients, families, and staff focusing on wellness, prevention and early intervention.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Works with the collaborating physician and department administration to meet needs of patients and the organization.


2. Maintains balance between outcome, cost and process.


3. Works closely with patients and families to provide education on wellness, prevention and early intervention.


4. Functions as clinician, collaborator, consultant, researcher, and educator to accomplish desired clinical outcomes.


5. Functions as a self directed professional using knowledge of nursing theory and advanced practice.


6. Comprehensive knowledge of physical assessment, diagnostic studies, differential diagnosis, pathophysiology and pharmacology.


7. Ability to interpret research findings and incorporate into practice.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must be a Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP).


2. Graduate of approved School of Nursing: Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio.


3. Minimum five (5) years clinical experience including two (2) years in area relevant to certification.


4. Valid certificate to prescribe in accordance with sections 4732.48-4723.483 of the Ohio Revised Code, Rules of Ohio Board of Nursing and in the Ohio Board of Nursing formulary.


5. Current CPR certification is required.


6. BCLS certification is required.


7. Ability to communicate well in an oral and written manner, as well as the ability to observe, assess, guide, and evaluate others.


8. Ability to read, calculate and prepare medication, as well as the ability to observe and analyze any resulting reactions and apply clinical knowledge.


9. Ability to collect data, interpret findings, set priorities and carry out established plan.


10. Demonstrated competence in age-specific patient care.

PATIENT CENTERED CARE & BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

1. 
   

   Living the Genesis Mission, Vision and Values:

   
   
   
   
   • Performs work in a manner that is quality focused.
   
   
   • Treats patients, co-workers, visitors and volunteers with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect.
   
   
   • Results oriented and focused on achievement of objectives.
   
   
   • Acknowledges and responds to the diversity of people and the situation.
   
   
   • Encourages peers (others) to be owners of change.
   
   
   • Always makes the effort to anticipate and exceed customer needs and expectations.
   
   
   • Possesses the ability to engage others with patience and understanding.
   
   
   • Acts in a manner that creates positive first and lasting impressions.
   
   
   • Demonstrates the ability to own issues until they are resolved.
   
   
   
   


2. 
   

   Patient Centered Care (patients/families, physicians, co-workers, all other internal/external customers)

   
   
   
   
   • Introduces self and role…connects with everyone.
   
   
   • Communicates effectively (i.e. advising others of actions, pertinent information, time durations, etc.) and asks for feedback.
   
   
   • Asks for and anticipates needs and concerns of others.
   
   
   • Maintains a positive work environment for staff and a healing environment for patients (i.e. safe, clean, quiet, etc.)
   
   
   • Maintains the dignity and privacy of each person; manages confidential/sensitive information appropriately.
   
   
   • Responds to requests in an appropriate and timely manner.
   
   
   • Exits patient/customer encounters courteously, asking if there are additional needs that can be addressed.
   
   
   
   


3. 
   

   Promotes Patient and Employee Safety

   
   
   
   
   • Demonstrates safe Patient Handling (i.e. transfers, transport, care administration, nutrition, medication, etc.)
   
   
   • Demonstrates safe Materials Handling (i.e. appropriate use and disposal of chemicals, infectious wastes, etc.)
   
   
   • Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of Infectious Disease precautions and use of proper protective equipment
   
   
   • Demonstrates Slips/Trips and Falls Awareness.
   
   
   • Actively contributes to maintaining a safe, clean and quiet environment.
   
   
   
   

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Ability to sit, stand, stoop, push, pull, bend, and walk for extended periods of time.


2. Ability to lift 50 pounds to waist level.


3. Will be assigned to be on call as needed.

This description reflects in general terms the type and level of work performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor portray the specific duties of any one incumbent.

Thank you for your interest in employment at Genesis. Genesis is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Selection of applicants for employment is based only on qualifications and the requirements of a specific job.