Nurse Practitioner: Direct Patient Care & Collaboration

Baton Rouge General Medical Center; Clinton (LA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Baton Rouge General Medical Center in Louisiana seeks a Nurse Practitioner to provide direct patient care under physician supervision, following established nursing protocols and age-appropriate standards. The role emphasizes care planning, patient education, and coordination with the care team.

The successful candidate will develop and revise care plans, participate in discharge planning, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives while maintaining HIPAA compliance and professional

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience prior to completion of a Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Current Louisiana RN licensure and current registration as a Nurse Practitioner in Louisiana.
• Demonstrates outstanding clinical expertise and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Adheres to HIPAA, safety requirements and organization policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under physician direction and according to protocols.
• Develop and revise plan of care based on assessment data and multidisciplinary input.
• Initiate teaching for patients and families, and coordinate discharge planning.
• Identify resources to resolve patient issues and participate in quality improvement activities.
• Maintain competencies and act as a clinical mentor to nursing staff.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Patient care

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

RN license

NP licensure (Louisiana)

Job description

Baton Rouge General Medical Center in Louisiana seeks a Nurse Practitioner to provide direct patient care under physician supervision, following established nursing protocols and age-appropriate standards. The role emphasizes care planning, patient education, and coordination with the care team.

The successful candidate will develop and revise care plans, participate in discharge planning, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives while maintaining HIPAA compliance and professional