Nurse Practitioner First Assist | Hospital & OR Leader

Ochsner Health; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Covington, LA is seeking a Nurse Practitioner first assist or Physician Assistant to deliver high-quality patient care in perioperative, hospital, and outpatient settings. The role works under Medical Director supervision and with staff nurses to plan, implement, and evaluate care, including advanced practice provider duties.

Applicants require a Master’s in Nursing for NP or a PA degree with an active state license.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing for NP role (APRN license in state of practice).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physician Assistant medicine or Health Sciences for PA role.
• Current license as applicable (APRN or Physician Assistant) in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the approved medical practices process in the delivery of all patient care.
• Provides care based on patient age groups and clinical criteria.
• Maintains an attitude of inquiry towards medical practices and patient care outcomes.
• Provides education experiences to patient families, staff, other health professionals, and the community.
• Adapts communication and care to patient populations while respecting privacy and consent.
• Maintains knowledge of department policies and protocols; participates in on-call shifts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Analytical thinking

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing (APRN)

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physician Assistant medicine/ Health Sciences

Job description

Ochsner Health in Covington, LA is seeking a Nurse Practitioner first assist or Physician Assistant to deliver high-quality patient care in perioperative, hospital, and outpatient settings. The role works under Medical Director supervision and with staff nurses to plan, implement, and evaluate care, including advanced practice provider duties.

Applicants require a Master’s in Nursing for NP or a PA degree with an active state license.