Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Primary Care

ochsner; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a collaborative outpatient team. The role supports medical and nursing care under supervision, with emphasis on patient education, care planning, and urgent management when needed.

Ideal candidates hold an APRN or PA license in the practice state, with a Master's in Nursing for NPs or PA-related degrees, and relevant certifications; flexibility and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have strong clinical proficiency across adult and outpatient care.
• Licensure as an APRN or PA in the state of practice.
• Experience working in collaborative healthcare settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes approved medical practices in patient care.
• Provides age-appropriate medical management and education.
• Educates patients, families and staff on care plans and outcomes.
• Adapts care and communication to diverse patient populations.
• Maintains compliance with laws, standards and organizational policies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Travel readiness

Flexible schedule

Education

Master's in Nursing

Bachelor's or Master's in Physician Assistant medicine

Tools

Windows applications

Job description

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job works in a collaborative model including but not limited to: residents, fellows, attendings, and staff who care for outpatient clinic patients of the organization. This job works under the supervision of the Medical Director or approved staff physician and in association with the PCCs, staff nurses, and discharge coordinator in the planning, implementation and evaluation of medical and nursing care; and assumes responsibility for primary and urgent medical management, emergency stabilization of all critically ill patients, teaching of residents and medical students, staff development and education, patient education and discharge planning. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

• Nurse Practitioner: Required - Master's degree in Nursing
• Physician Assistant: Required - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physician Assistant medicine or Health Sciences, or graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Training Program

Work Experience

• Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant: Required - None; Preferred - 3 years' related working experience

Certifications

• Nurse Practitioner: Required - Current License as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of practice
• Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner: ANCC or AANPCP Certified for
• Family Nurse Practitioner or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner: ANCC or AANPCP Certified
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) / Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS): Certification from the American Heart Association
• Eligible for Prescriptive Authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Nursing
• Physician Assistant: Required - License as a Physician Assistant in the state of practice, NCCPA Certified
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) / Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS): Certification from the American Heart Association
• Eligible for Prescriptive Authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Nursing

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of Advanced Practice Provider policies and protocols at a department and campus/system level.
• Reliable transportation as must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Job Duties

• Utilizes the approved medical practices process in the delivery of all patient care.
• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas.
• Maintains an attitude of inquiry towards medical practices and patient care outcomes, and may develop research methodology.
• Provides education experiences to patient families, staff, other health professionals, and to the community.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

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