APP Primary Care I - Exempt

West Tennessee Healthcare; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

West Tennessee Healthcare in Selmer, Tennessee, seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to plan and direct urgent care/primary care services in a primary care clinic. Works under supervision, using protocols and CPI framework.

You will collaborate with a precepting physician, perform exams, order labs, manage diagnoses, provide patient education, document care, and contribute to a positive team environment.

Qualifications

• BSN and Master’s Degree with NP specialty or PA program approval by Tennessee.
• RN license, APN certification (FNP) or PA license (NCCPA).
• BLS and ACLS; current DEA license; continuing education annually.
• DOT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the precepting physician to establish and review protocols for patient care.
• Performs complete physical exams, takes medical histories, and orders labs and diagnostics.
• Interprets data to determine preliminary diagnoses and therapeutic plans under supervision.
• Administers medications under protocols and coordinates follow-up care.
• Maintains accurate medical records and provides patient education to support prevention.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner knowledge

Physician Assistant knowledge

Team collaboration

Patient counseling

Computer literacy

Education

BSN and MSN/MS with NP or PA program approval (TN)

Tools

EMR systems

Lab orders entry software

Job description

Category:

Advanced Practice Provider

City:

Selmer

State:

Tennessee

Shift:

0 - Day (United States of America) (inactive)

Job Description Summary:

Responsible for planning and directing the delivery of Urgent Care/Primary Care services and health education programs in a primary care clinic setting. Works under general established supervision using protocols as required. Models appropriate behavior to employees as exemplified In the Quality Plus manner, which reflects a commitment to the Continuous Process Improvement Plan (CPI). Position reports to the Department Director.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Collaborates with the precepting physician in establishing/reviewing protocols for managing acute and long-term medical needs of the patients and provides medical services and health education to patients under the supervision of the preceptor.
• Performs a complete physical exam, obtain a complete medical history and records findings. Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures. Interprets and integrates data to determine preliminary diagnoses and therapeutic plan.
• Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to approved protocols developed with and under the supervision of the APP’s preceptor which may include the following: securing, recording and evaluating the health, psychosocial and developmental history of patients, ordering laboratory and x-ray studies, carrying out prescription drug orders under protocols, management of common or chronic illnesses, referrals, etc.
• Administers or gives orders to nursing support to administer medications and injections in compliance with state law and clinic guidelines. Sutures minor lacerations.
• Functions as a patient advocate, conducts follow-up care and coordinate care with other health care providers and makes appropriate referrals for continuity of care.
• Maintains accurate and complete medical records in a timely fashion. Documents the processes of nursing care delivered.
• Demonstrates effective guest excellence skills with patients, families, and guest and provide educational counseling that will enhance patient care and preventative knowledge.
• Contributes to a positive work climate and the overall team effort of the department.
• Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• BSN and Master’s Degree with successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner Specialty or a Physician Assistant Program as approved by the state of Tennessee.

LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION:

• RN License, APN Certification for FNP
• PA License: NCCPA Certification for Physician Assistant
• BLS and ACLS required certification
• Current DEA license issued by the Drug Enforcement Agency
• Responsible for Continuing Education units annually
• DOT certification preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• Prefer two years of experience in a clinical setting.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner principles and techniques.
• Demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively and productively in a team environment with a diverse set of employees, patients and families.
• Possesses computer skills sufficient to conduct word processing for document development and patient record documentation.

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.