NURSE PRACTITIONER- CLINICS

LE122 Marion Regional Health - Winfield; United States; On-site; USD 96,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver high-quality patient care in clinic and long-term care settings under physician preceptorship. Responsibilities include assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and documentation, with focus on education and ongoing professional development.

The role requires excellent communication, ability to work independently, and adherence to HIPAA guidelines across all ages from neonates to geriatrics. Board-certified?

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication required.
• Maintains working knowledge of skills and current technology.
• Interaction with a patient population of all ages.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Must be able to organize multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients in the Clinic and/or Long Term Care setting as directed by the physician preceptor.
• Provides patients and/or family members with education related to disease process, health and wellness.
• Ensures timely and accurate documentation of patient status and care activities.
• Keeps abreast of changes in medical management and participates in education activities.
• Works with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

Communication

Independent work

Clinical assessment

Patient education

HIPAA compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Doctorate in Nursing

Master's in Nursing

Job description

We believe a career is more than just a career - it's a calling. Our teammates' 'True North' is what calls them to health care; it's their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

Department: 57409750 South Marion Primary Care - Sulligent Clinic Work Shift: N/A Job Description: The Nurse Practitioner at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for delivering high-quality patient care in clinic and long-term care settings under the direction of a physician preceptor.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Patient Care:

• Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients in the Clinic and/or Long Term Care setting according to the scope of practice outlined by the Board of Nursing, approved protocols, and national standards of practice as directed by the physician preceptor.

Patient Education:

• Provides patients and/or family members with education related to the disease process, health, and wellness.
• Serves as a resource for community agencies as appropriate.

Documentation:

• Ensures timely and accurate documentation of patient status and patient care activities including treatments, procedures, and medications prescribed.

Continuing Education:

• Ensures clinical competence.
• Stays abreast of changes in medical management.
• Participates in a variety of health care education activities.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent written and verbal communication required
• Maintains working knowledge of skills and current technology; required
• Interaction with a patient population of all ages ranging from neonates to geriatrics, required
• Responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients in the clinic setting
• Ability to work without close supervision
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in a professional area
• Must be able to organize multiple tasks
• Must maintain control of work flow
• Must have extensive contact with: patients, physicians, clinic personnel, family members and others
• Must display a professional demeanor at all times
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve
• Must maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines and regulations

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Standing. Frequently
• Walking. Frequently
• Sitting. occasionally
• Lifting/Carrying. occasionally 100 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling. Frequently
• Climbing. Rarely
• Balancing. occasionally
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. occasionally
• Reaching/Over Head Work. occasionally
• Grasping. Frequently
• Speaking. Constantly
• Hearing. Constantly
• Repetitive Motions. Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination. Frequently

Salary Range: $96,283.20-$120,359.20 Education: Doctorate Degree | Nursing | Not Required Master's Degree | Nursing | Required

Certifications: Nurse Practitioner (AL) - AL Board of Nursing, Nurse Practitioner (MS) - MS Board of Nursing

North Mississippi Health Services is a large rural health care system with state-of-the-art facilities in Mississippi and Alabama. We have career opportunities ranging from inpatient hospital care to 70+ rural health and specialty clinics, a variety of outpatient, women's and behavioral health services and many additional support services. Our team of over 7,000 works together every day toward our shared mission - to continuously improve the health of the people of our region.