Nurse Practitioner - Express Care Clinic

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Parish Hospital is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to diagnose and treat various illnesses both in-office and via virtual visits. This role requires strong clinical skills, BLS certification, and excellent organizational abilities.

The ideal candidate will be licensed in Louisiana and have preferred experience of 3-5 years. Evening shift availability is a must. Join a team dedicated to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana State APRN Licensure.
• Current BLS certifications from ILCOR courses.
• 3-5 years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat illnesses in office and virtual settings.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medication and implement care plans.

Skills

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program

Job description

Position Details

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: 12pm-8pm

Job Summary

Diagnose and treat acute, episodic or chronic illness as part of a healthcare team both in an office setting and via virtual visit. Provide clinical services and develop and implement plan of care in conjunction with collaborating physician. Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-rays. Prescribe medication with the exception of schedule II drugs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program; current Louisiana State APRN Licensure.
• Current BLS certifications from ILCOR courses (e.g., Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, American Red Cross) with manikin check off.
• Maintain CME per licensure and clinic protocols.
• Ability to primarily work evening shift and meet weekend and/or holiday requirements.
• Strong computer skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to be courteous and respectful when interacting with patients and family members.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience.

Physical Demands

Require good physical health, ability to stand, sit or walk for long periods, lift at least 10 pounds, work with moderate noise level. Physical effort required: Constant (67%-100%) – handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing; Frequently (34%-66%) – NONE; Occasionally (1%-33%) – lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching.

Equal Opportunity Employer

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.