Nurse Practitioner - NP

TEEMA Group; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Employee assistance program

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k)

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A healthcare organization in North Charleston is seeking a PCP Nurse Practitioner to provide direct and indirect care to patients, primarily the geriatric population. Responsibilities include conducting health assessments, managing complex clinical situations, and coordinating patient care. Qualifications include a master's degree in nursing and relevant experience. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to work with a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of nursing experience, Nurse Practitioner experience preferred.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and state-required liability auto insurance.
• Medically cleared for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health histories, physical exams, and patient teaching.
• Manage medication orders and diagnostic studies under physician protocols.
• Evaluate and treat patients in homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and hospitals.
• Assess, initiate, and coordinate patient care daily under supervision of the attending physician.
• Refer patients to other physicians and specialists with PCP approval.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals, providing education and support for staff, patients, and families.
• Participate in the provider call schedule and attend staff meetings.
• Document patient changes and communicate updates to the team.
• Evaluate and treat patients in homes, assisted living, nursing homes, and hospitals.
• Precept medical students and residents during clinic rotation.
• Discuss Advanced Directives and DNR options with physicians.

Skills

Proficient in EMR systems

Strong computer literacy

Ability to correspond effectively in writing

Education

Master’s degree in clinical nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The PCP Nurse Practitioner will provide direct and indirect care to patients. Working under the direct supervision of the Medical Director/PCP, this role involves managing complex clinical situations, performing health assessments, and coordinating patient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health histories, physical exams, and patient teaching; order, interpret, and follow up on lab tests and results.
• Perform selected procedures and document care in the electronic medical record (EMR); initiate emergency measures as needed.
• Manage medication orders and diagnostic studies/treatments within attending physician-approved protocols.
• Assess, initiate, and coordinate patient care daily under the supervision of the attending physician.
• Refer patients to other physicians and specialists with staff PCP approval.
• Act as a liaison with healthcare professionals, providing education, communication, and support for staff, patients, and families.
• Participate in the provider call schedule and attend staff meetings.
• Document patient changes in the medical record and communicate these changes to team members.
• Evaluate and treat patients in various settings, including homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and hospitals.
• Precept medical students and residents during their clinic rotation.
• Encourage patients to have Advanced Directives and provide education as needed; discuss Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) options and complete necessary documentation in collaboration with a physician.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in clinical nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• 3-5 years of nursing experience, with Nurse Practitioner experience preferred.
• Ability to practice within the scope of authority and meet standardized competencies as established by the state and approved by CMS.
• Experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred; training provided if necessary.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and state required liability auto insurance.
• Medically cleared for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before engaging in direct patient contact.
• Pass a comprehensive criminal background check, including federal and state Medicare/Medicaid exclusion lists, criminal history, education verification, license verification, reference check, and drug screen.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in EMR systems, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and general office equipment.
• Strong computer literacy and ability to correspond effectively in writing.

Setting

Outpatient Clinic working with the geriatric population.

Hours

Monday - Friday and on call

Benefits package; Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, 401(k), and Employee assistance program, etc

Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing organization.

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