Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Occupational Medicine | PRN

Avera St. Luke's; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Avera St. Luke's in Aberdeen, SD is seeking licensed Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners for PRN day shift coverage. You will provide direct patient care, assess and treat patients according to approved protocols, and collaborate with physicians to ensure high-quality care.

The role involves patient education, documentation, referrals, and adherence to safety standards within a multidisciplinary team at Avera St. Luke's Hospital-SE Addition.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based off job assignment.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients according to approved protocols and standards of practice.
• Provide medical services and health education to patients and families.
• Consult and collaborate with physician for assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
• Maintain patient records and ensure proper referrals and safety practices.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Clinical assessment

Education

Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP)

RN License

Job description

Location:Avera St Luke's Hospital-SE AdditionWorker Type:PRNWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Position HighlightsOpen to NP or PA (see descriptions below)Physician Assistant (PA)- Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based off job assignment. Upon Hire andFederal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin State and federal based on state of practice Upon Hire andCertified Physician Assistant - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Upon HireYou Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewProvides appropriate medical care to all patients by assessing physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients to develop a plan of care.What you will doAssesses, diagnoses, and treats patients according to medical staff approved protocol and acceptable standards of practice.Provides medical services and health education to patients and family members. Effectively contributes to the health education of individuals and groups and applies appropriate methods designed to increase each person’s motivation to assume responsibility for their own health care.Consults and collaborates with physician as assessing, diagnosing and treating patients.Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities.Interprets information gathered during the diagnostic process and consults with the physician as appropriate regarding abnormal health assessment findings to establish appropriate plan of care.Assures that appropriate referrals are made for patients.Provides quality care for patient, demonstrates appropriate health, safety, and aseptic practices. Recognizes and reacts appropriately to environmental safety factors related to patient care. Effectively provides patient instruction related to environment of care and safety standards.Effectively contributes to the development and attainment of physician practice goals.Practices according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities. Understands, applies, and supports practice policies, procedures, goals and standards.Maintains patient records and accurate information.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) - Board of Nursing Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based off job assignment Upon Hire andFederal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin Federal and State DEA licensure in the state of practice Upon Hire andRegistered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing An active license in the state of practice Upon HireExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].