Thegoodkindgroup
We are seeking a dedicated contract Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to work in a hospital setting. As the Nurse Practitioner you will be working under the supervision of the attending Physician, evaluating, diagnosing and treating patients of all ages for chronic and acute injuries, infections and illnesses. Salary depends on experience. MUST be able to work Monday - Friday 3pm-11pm
Responsibilities
• Obtain patient histories and perform physical examinations, order and interpret routine tests and prescribe medication.
• Provide accurate and comprehensive documentation of the patient’s encounter in their medical chart.
• Formulate diagnostic and treatment plans.
• Prescribe and administer medications, therapies, suturing and splinting.
• Order labs and imaging tests to determine and manage an immediate treatment plan and provide advice on follow up.
• Attend meetings to discuss mutual problems and implement new procedures.
• As appropriate, counsel patients on preventative care.
• Collaborate with various members of the Healthcare team to provide quality on-site care and appropriate information for post-discharge care.
• Complete charts in a timely manner as to comply with medical records standard and allow billing for medical services.
Requirements/Education/Skills
• 3600 Hours prior practice experience as a Nurse Practitioner & Industrial Health Preference required
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse preferred
• N.Y.S. Registered Nurse
• Graduate of a N.Y.S. Registered Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Successful completion of pharmacy component
• Must be able to lift and position patients if required
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills and the ability to work effectively with others on the team to achieve desired outcomes.
• Organizational time management skills as evidenced by capacity to multitask and prioritize work.