Nurse Practitioner

Exer Urgent Care; California; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Overtime pay

Recruitment team contact via Talent@ex

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider seeks an experienced medical professional in California to deliver urgent care, perform physical examinations, and engage actively with patients and staff. The ideal candidate must have a state medical license and a minimum of one year of experience in emergency medicine or urgent care. Responsibilities include managing diagnostic tests and devising patient care plans. A positive attitude and effective communication are essential for success in this team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in Emergency Medicine or Urgent Care.
• Experience in procedures including suturing and splinting.
• Competence with computer use.
• Experience in procedures including suturing and splinting, reading diagnostic studies including x-rays and EKGs.
• BLS/ACLS and PALS certification.
• Excellent bedside manner with children and adults.
• Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Proficient with computer use and EMR.

Responsibilities

• Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures.
• Orders and evaluates diagnostic tests.
• Discusses cases with Physician to prepare patient care plans.
• Discusses case with Physician to prepare care plan.
• Submits health care plan for periodic review by Physician.
• Prescribes or recommends drugs or therapies.
• Refer patients to Physician or resources as needed.
• Maintain patient safety and dignity and provide excellent care.
• Triages patients and obtains vital signs and assessments.
• Administers medications per protocol.
• Maintains lab/testing equipment and supports provider.

Skills

Excellent bedside manner

Energetic attitude

Effective communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Patient safety focus

Education

State medical license

BLS/ACLS and PALS certification

1 year ER/urgent care SOLO experience

Tools

EMR software

Job description

This position is available in the Los Angeles, Ventura, and Orange County Areas.

Exer Core Responsibilities

• Has a contagious and positive work ethic, inspires others, and models the behaviors of Genuine, Caring, and Friendly.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication that is clear, well-organized, and demonstrates an understanding of audience needs.
• Through genuine and positive communication, makes each customer feel informed, understood, and special.
• An effective team player who contributes valuable ideas and feedback and can be counted on to meet commitments.
• Is able to keep up in the Exer environment by facing tasks and challenges with energy and passion.
• Pursues activities with focus and drive, defines work in terms of success, and can be counted on to complete goals.
• Adherence to standards of business conduct and compliance.

Major Responsibilities

• Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of Physician.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs.
• Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition.
• Discusses case with Physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan.
• Submits health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review and evaluation by Physician.
• Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures.
• Refers patients to Physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment.
• Practices standard precautions and disease‑specific precautions by proper utilization of handwashing and personal protective equipment.
• Practices strong nursing autonomy in patient care while coordinating care with an ED MD.
• Triages patients while obtaining vital signs, a thorough history, and a nursing assessment.
• Explains procedures and treatments to patient to gain cooperation, understanding, and allay apprehension.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
• Delegates within scope‑of‑practice to other clinical staff.
• Prepares equipment and aids provider during treatment and examination of patient.
• Maintains awareness of dignity, comfort and safety needs of patient.
• Always provides excellent patient care.
• Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies provider of patient's condition as well as any changes to the patient’s condition, reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
• Responds to life‑saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol. Must be BLS, ACLS and PALS certified and competent. Must be comfortable running “codes”.
• Manages patient flow within the center by utilizing effective communication with all disciplines.
• Is mindful of throughput.
• Initiates a thorough patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by the provider and/or policy including patient and family instruction.
• Maintains, checks and utilizes a variety of laboratory and testing equipment.
• Provides follow‑up for all patients to ensure good outcomes and help to implement further treatment as necessary.
• Maintains a clean and orderly environment.
• Prioritizes patients’ safety and patient satisfaction.
• Participates in quality improvement activities.
• Participates in the monitoring of inventory control and supplies.
• Provides direct patient care interventions per his/her scope of practice and as ordered by the provider.
• Is mindful of procedure and equipment costs and is a steward for the company.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Qualifications

• State medical license
• Minimum of 1 year experience in Emergency Medicine or Urgent Care, with at least one year of SOLO experience.
• Board eligibility or certification
• Experience in procedures including suturing and splinting, reading diagnostic studies including x‑rays and EKGs
• BLS/ACLS and PALS certification
• Outstanding bedside manner with children and adults
• Energetic attitude which inspires other team members
• Desire to contribute to building and maintaining a great organization
• Ability to multi‑task and work well under pressure
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Competence with computer use and EMR
• Proficient at intravenous access for blood draw and drug administration

Working Conditions

Center‑Based. Requires working in a clinical setting. The noise level is moderate and there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases and blood‑borne pathogens. The ability to stand and sit for hours at a time (with some bending and stooping), ability to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements, and ability to lift 50 lbs.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION: This position offers additional compensation beyond base rate pay! Bonus potential, Over Time pay, and other pay may be available, please ask the recruitment team for details @ [e-mail]