Nurse Practitioner — Primary & Urgent Care Clinician

Ochsner Health System; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a collaborative outpatient care team. The role includes supervising residents and staff, managing primary and urgent medical care, and contributing to patient education and discharge planning.

Education must include a Master’s in nursing or PA-related degree, with active licensure and applicable certifications.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Windows-style applications and role-specific software.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Familiarity with Advanced Practice Provider policies and protocols.

Responsibilities

• 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 for the ages served.
• Provides education experiences to patient families, staff, other health professionals, and the community.
• Adapts behavior to the patient population and explains services or procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of laws, standards, and compliance; reports concerns as needed.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Windows software

Interpersonal skills

APN policies

Transportation

Flexible schedule

Education

Master’s in nursing

Bachelor’s in Physician Assistant or Health Sciences

Job description

Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a collaborative outpatient care team. The role includes supervising residents and staff, managing primary and urgent medical care, and contributing to patient education and discharge planning.

Education must include a Master’s in nursing or PA-related degree, with active licensure and applicable certifications.