Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

Job Details: Job Location: Boswell WCP - Boswell, PA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, VISION STATEMENT: Windber Medical Center (WMC) provides full-service community hospital capabilities to northern Somerset County and surrounding areas. WMC adds value to the community through geographically dispersed access points, a unique level of service excellence, regional niche development, operational efficiency, innovative development of delivery models of care, and a lasting commitment to the health and wellness of its community through care to the whole person, body, mind and spirit. CORE VALUES: 1. RESPECTFUL Treat all patient, employees, and visitors to WMC with courtesy and respect by showing compassion and kindness to all people at all times. 2. TRUSTWORTHY Build relationships with patients and co-workers by being honest, trustworthy, and sincere in both words and actions. Strive to be known for personal integrity. Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information pertaining to patients, employees, and hospital operations at all times. 3. PROFESSIONAL Strive for education and knowledge in field of expertise. Gain knowledge to insure competency, which leads to professionalism. Attend trainings, in-services, meetings and conferences as necessary and as directed. 4. SUPPORTIVE Show support and empathy to patients and co-workers Is helpful and goes the extra mile to exceed someone’s expectations. Work as a team member to meet the goals of WMC Always recognizes and celebrates success Supports the safety initiatives of WMC by adhering to safety, health and wellness work practices and identifying and reporting any safety risks to either a member of the Safety Committee or the office manager. CASELOAD: Provide patient care throughout adolescence to geriatric states. OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB: This position is responsible for meeting patient needs effectively and efficiently by applying medical management of patients that present to WindberCare Physicians. ESSENTIAL FUNCTION OF JOB: (other duties may be assigned) 1. Screen patients to determine the need for physician attention KEY MEASURES: Review patient records to determine health status Obtain patient history Perform a physical examination and/or preventative health measure to assess and evaluate patients clinical problems and health care needs. Record pertinent data Responds to patient calls, identifies the need of emergency medical treatment, assesses and evaluates situations, and initiates appropriate treatment. Provides direct client care including development, documentation, execution and assessment of treatment plan, etc. Refers patients requiring further evaluation or treatment to the supervising physician or other health care professionals. Works in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allows for consultation, collaboration, or referral. 2. Documentation of patient information. KEY MEASURES: Maintains legible, accurate, and confidential medical records. Documents all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedure, treatment, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations consistent with NCQA (National Committee for Quality Assurance) and state regulatory standards. Facilitates evaluation of records by physicians(s) and quality and standards according to protocols, and receives and implements constructive directives. Prepare patient summaries Perform dictation Uses technology and the electronic medical record to the highest capability in order to increase quality initiatives and efficiency within the medical center 3. Provide appropriate treatment KEY MEASURES: Collect specimens for and carry out commonly performed analysis and office cultures. Removal of superficial foreign bodies, Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation for adults, children and infants Prepares written prescription orders for drugs and controlled substances, administers medication and injections, sutures wounds and provides wound care. 4. Monitor patient’s progress under current plan of care on follow-up visits. KEY MEASURES: Identify any patient issues and take appropriate action. Reassess and evaluate changes in patient’s condition. Evaluate and document patient responses to treatment. Modify treatment as indicated following consultation with the physician if required 5. Provide counseling and instruction regarding common patient problems KEY MEASURES: Document the type of education that is provided to the patient during patient office visits Identify the depth of the patient’s needs. 6. Collaboration with peers. KEY MEASURES: Participates, develops, and implements performance and/or quality improvement initiatives with peers and co-workers. Ensures compliance with all regulatory agencies. Serves as the clinical expert and acts as a clinical resource. Works in a team environment, processes feedback, and be open to discussing and implementing plans of care from other members of the team 6. Attend trainings, in-services, meetings, and conferences as necessary and as directed KEY MEASURES: Analyzes new knowledge gained from conferences, workshops, professional literature, or “Hands-on-training” and assimilates this knowledge into clinical practice. OTHER DUTIES OF JOB: 1. Perform other related duties as assigned or required. 2. Follow standard precaution guidelines. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Supervision is received by Hospital Management and office physicians. SUPERVISION ADMINISTERED: This position typically does not require the supervision of staff. WORK ENVIRONMENT: This position typically requires: Constantly working inside. Frequently working with hands in water and having contact with patients. Occasionally working in dry atmosphere conditions, working in confined spaces and working alone. MENTAL/PHYSICIAL REQUIREMENTS OF JOB: This position typically requires: The ability to manage multiple projects/tasks, provide close attention to detail, adapt to a constantly changing work environment, handle high pressure for results, meet frequent deadlines, establish own goals, work closely with others, maintain much record keeping/routine paperwork and utilize creativity. The ability to constantly walk, use both hands, orally communicate, hear conversation, utilize specific visual requirements and color vision. The ability to frequently stand, sit, lift an average of ten pounds, repeatedly bend, utilize repetitive finger and depth perception is also typically required. The ability to occasionally lift approximately between 25-65 pounds, carry an estimated weight six to ten pounds, push/pull an estimated weight of 50 pounds, pull hand over hand, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, reach, withstand repetitive twisting or pressure involving wrists or hands, and utilize rapid mental/muscular coordinate simultaneously is also typically required. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: This position typically requires: Frequent use of gloves, occasional use of goggles, gowns and personal protective equipment. Qualifications: QUALIFICATIONS: A. Education/Training/License/Certification Master’s degree from four year college or university; Current Pennsylvania Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant License . CPR preferred at time of hire, required within 6 months of hire date. B. Work Experience Six months to one year related experience and/or training preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals. Ability to respond to common inquires or complaints from patients. Ability to effectively present information to patients and public groups. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Effective written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills. Knowledge of all state and federal regulatory agencies for hospitals. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.