Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Providers

Owensboro Health
US - Kentucky - Owensboro
July 1, 2024
Medical

Summary
Job Summary

In collaboration with a physician, diagnoses and treats certain acute or chronic health conditions in specific populations.
Job Responsibilities

Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview, and examination.
Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic studies.
May be required to perform preventative health assessments, screenings, immunizations, and care.
Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.
Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.
Provides care in the context of promoting age and culture-appropriate informed choices, shared decision- making, and the right to self-determination.
Provides accurate and timely documentation of assessment and patient care plan.
May coordinate the registration functions including collecting and entering demographic, insurance, employer information, and co-payments.

Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in Nursing required upon hire
No experience required
RN - Licensed as a Registered Nurse. Eligible to practice nursing in the State of Kentucky required upon hire AND
APRN - Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND
APRN - National certification from American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) required upon hire OR
APRN - National certification from American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACCN) required upon hire OR
APRN - National certification from National Certification for the Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing Specialties (NCCCOGN) required upon hire OR
APRN - National certification from Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB) required upon hire OR
APRN - National certification from American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) required upon hire OR
APRN - National certification as Neonatal Nurse Practitioner from National Certification Corporation (NCC) required upon hire

Skills and Attributes

Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Works under minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Physical Demands

Standing: Frequently
Walking: Frequently
Sitting: Occasionally
Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely
Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely
Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently
Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Occasionally
Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Occasionally
Climbing: Occasionally
Bending/Stooping: Frequently
Kneeling: Occasionally
Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
Reaching: Frequently
Talking: Frequently
Hearing: Frequently
Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
Running: Rarely
Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
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